Workforce Development Academy for Youth (WDAY)

Westchester Development Academy for YouthWorkforce Development Academy for Youth (WDAY) is a year-round program that provides educational and employment services to eligible youth ages 16–24 through designated youth program operators throughout Westchester and Putnam Counties. The program provides resources and services to out-of-school youth (OSY) to help them achieve a high school equivalency diploma, explore career opportunities, enroll in higher education, and/or obtain employment.

The Westchester-Putnam Career Center Staff oversee contracted youth providers to implement the 14 WIOA Service Elements to eligible youth:

  • Tutoring
  • Alternative Secondary School Services
  • Paid and Unpaid Work Experience
  • Occupational Skills Training
  • Leadership Development
  • Education offered concurrent with Workforce Preparation
  • Supportive Services
  • Adult Mentoring
  • Follow-up Services
  • Financial Literacy
  • Comprehensive Guidance and
  • Counseling
  • Entrepreneurial Skills Training
  • Labor Market Information
  • Transition to Post-SecondaryEducation

To get more information on how to refer young adults to the WDAY program contact:

Youth Program Director: Liz Oliveto, eqo9@westchestercountyny.gov / (914) 995-7580
Youth Program Specialist: Emily Bender, eqb7@westchestercountyny.gov / (914) 995-2656