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JA Workforce with State Farm
Blog from JA USA
By Elizabeth Stepanek
Work Readiness
Starting a career can be daunting, especially when faced with crucial decisions and additional challenges such as growing up in foster care, single parenting, or other significant life hurdles. In these situations, support becomes even more...
The Ultimate Office Showdown: Recapping 2025 JA Office Warriors
By Junior Achievement of Southwest New England
Work Readiness
On June 26, Connecticut’s most spirited corporate teams brought their game faces to the 2025 JA Office Warriors event for an unforgettable evening of friendly competition and impact-driven...
2025 Future Bound by Junior Achievement
Blog from JA USA
By Elizabeth Stepanek
Entrepreneurship
From June 8–11, the brightest young minds in entrepreneurship gathered in Atlanta, Georgia, for the inaugural Future BoundTM by Junior Achievement. This dynamic event brought together high school students from across the United States to showcase their innovative projects, demonstrate business acumen, and compete for national recognition for their outstanding achievements. A true celebration of...
2025 Partners in Achievement Breakfast: A Morning of Inspiration and Impact
By Junior Achievement of Southwest New England
Work Readiness
On May 15, Junior Achievement of Southwest New England’s Partners in Achievement Breakfast brought together business and community leaders, educators, and supporters from across Connecticut for a morning dedicated to student achievement and...
Top 5 Skills Every Young Entrepreneur Should Build Now
Blog from JA USA
By Elizabeth Stepanek
Entrepreneurship
Whether you're dreaming of starting your own business or just want to think more like a boss, building the right skill set is key. From navigating challenges to managing money, the most successful entrepreneurs are constantly learning, adapting, and...
Empowering Futures: Highlights from the 2025 Career Connections for Young Women Program, Sponsored by Ares Management
By Junior Achievement of Southwest New England
Work Readiness
Junior Achievement of Southwest New England’s Career Connections for Young Women (CCYW) program empowers young women with the skills, confidence, and experiences they need to thrive in the professional world. With the generous support of Ares Management, our 2025 program guided high school students through ten transformative weeks of career exploration, leadership development, and financial...
Honoring Leaders of the Present and Future- Highlights from the 2025 JA Business Hall of Fame
By Junior Achievement of Southwest New England
Entrepreneurship
On April 1, Junior Achievement of Southwest New England hosted its 46th Annual JA Business Hall of Fame in Hartford, an evening bringing together local businesses and community members to celebrate the power of outstanding leadership, entrepreneurship, and community impact. Throughout the evening, JASWNE honored four individuals and two companies for their lasting contributions to Connecticut’s...
Celebrating Volunteer Month: The Heart of JASWNE
By Junior Achievement of Southwest New England
Community Involvement
At Junior Achievement of Southwest New England, our volunteers are at the core of everything we do! During Volunteer Month, we’re excited to spotlight some of the incredible individuals bring JA’s mission to life by empowering young people to strive for success, plan for their futures, and make smart financial and career...
Senator Blumenthal Inspires JA Maritime Students in Thomaston to Dive into Submarine Careers
By Junior Achievement of Southwest New England
Corporate Responsibility
Students at Thomaston High School had a unique opportunity on March 18th to explore the diverse career paths within Connecticut's submarine industry during a special event featuring U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal. Organized by JA Maritime, the event aimed to showcase the wealth of possibilities within the state's vital "submarine...
Industry Leaders Gather as Congressman Courtney Charts Course for JA Maritime's Skilled Workforce Vision
By Junior Achievement of Southwest New England
Work Readiness
The vital currents of the submarine industrial base were the focus of a dynamic gathering on March 10th as JA Maritime convened industry leaders, government officials, and maritime professionals in Hartford. Hosted at Robinson + Cole, the JA Maritime Industry Networking & Workforce Development Event served as a crucial platform to forge stronger connections, gain critical insights, and chart a...