The Work of Opportunity
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Sep 29, 2025
As the US approaches its 250th anniversary, we are reflecting on America’s founding ideals—and asking whether the promise of opportunity still holds true today.
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Jan 28, 2026
Closing the Gap in American Schools
The EdRedesign Lab at Harvard highlights how community school models that address students’ needs beyond the classroom can significantly improve academic success and long-term outcomes for young people.
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Jan 27, 2026
OIC Trailblazer Seeks to Enhance Learning Experience for Philly Students
OIC of America is recognized for its work to improve learning experiences for Philadelphia students by connecting education with real-world career skills.
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Jan 27, 2026
UMSV and Braven Partner to Prepare Students for Career Success
Braven, a Blue Meridian investee, is featured in a partnership with the University of Mount Saint Vincent to help first-generation and underrepresented college students build career-ready skills.
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Jan 27, 2026
Per Scholas Detroit Transforms Tech Careers
Per Scholas is featured in a local news story highlighting how its free IT training and job placement programs help expand access to well-paying tech careers for Detroit-area residents.
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Jan 15, 2026
Howard University Offers New Course Dedicated To Engineering Careers
CodePath, a Blue Meridian investee, is partnering with Howard University to deliver hands-on artificial intelligence coursework that prepares engineering students for careers in the tech workforce.
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Jan 13, 2026
Youth Villages Expands Intercept Program to Reach Rural Areas
Youth Villages, a Blue Meridian investee, is expanding its Intercept in-home program to help more families stay together and prevent children from entering foster care.
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Jan 7, 2026
OIC of America Shares Certifications Changing Incomes Across the Country
Investee leader Louis J. King II of OIC of America explains how in-demand certifications can boost income in 2026 and how the organization helps people access free training for higher-paying careers.
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Jan 7, 2026
Hiring Justice-Impacted CDL Drivers May be Solution to Turnover for Some Carriers
FreeWorld, a Blue Meridian investee, is featured in a discussion on how fair-chance hiring can reduce driver turnover and support long-term career success for justice-impacted individuals.
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Jan 7, 2026
Children Thrive When Communities Work Together to Help Them Thrive
Investee leaders Russell Booker of the Spartanburg Academic Movement and Jennifer Blatz of StriveTogether discuss how community collaboration is driving education progress in Spartanburg.
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Dec 19, 2025
New Research Proves Personalized Student Supports Improves Academic Performance and Long-Term Earnings
The study featuring Blue Meridian and investees demonstrates that individualized supports for students struggling in high-poverty schools advances economic mobility.