From the Sector, For the Sector Report

From the Sector, For the Sector: Investing in the Workforce to Sustain and Expand Youth Services in NYC captures recommendations from the Collaborative for Advancing Youth Development’s 2026 State of the Sector Convening. Hundreds of youth development professionals gathered to identify what it takes to build a workforce that can thrive—from investing in staff growth and career pathways to strengthening education, credentials, and funding structures. The report highlights both the strengths of the sector and the challenges facing youth workers, offering recommendations to build a more sustainable, equitable youth development sector. Read the full report online.