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Atlanta's SYEP 2025: Boosting Jobs and Reducing Youth Crime
3/25/2025
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Story summary
- Atlanta's Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) 2025 invites youth aged 14-24 to apply for paid summer jobs.
- Mayor Andre Dickens urges local businesses to engage and support this initiative.
- Job opportunities span various fields, including technology and public service.
- Since 2022, SYEP has employed over 5,700 youth, aiding a 46% reduction in youth violent crime in 2024.
- Applicants must be Atlanta residents and meet eligibility criteria, including work permits for ages 14-15.
