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EXHIBIT 3 <br /> SCandU <br /> p <br /> For kids <br /> ORANGE COUNTY <br /> STANDUP FOR KIDS ORANGE COUNTY <br /> WORK EXPERIENCE POLICY FOR WIOA YOUTH PROGRAM <br /> PURPOSE <br /> The purpose of this Work Experience(WEX)policy is to provide guidance and establish <br /> procedures for offering meaningful work experience opportunities to youth participants in the <br /> Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA)Youth Program. The policy ensures <br /> compliance with WIOA regulations and supports youth in gaining work readiness skills, <br /> experience, and exposure to various industries that enhance their employment outcomes. <br /> BACKGROUND <br /> WIOA emphasizes the importance of providing youth with opportunities to acquire the skills and <br /> work experience needed for successful transitions into the workforce. Work experiences are <br /> designed to help youth develop professional skills and gain direct exposure to real-world work <br /> environments, facilitating career exploration and increasing employability. <br /> SCOPE <br /> This policy applies to all youth participants enrolled in the WIOA Youth Program who are <br /> eligible for work experience opportunities. This includes both out-of-school and in-school youth <br /> participating in the WIOA Youth Program. <br />