2025 Impact Report

2025 Impact Report 

Empowering Youth. Expanding Opportunity. Elevating Futures.

Overview

Georgia’s Child Professional Training, Inc. (GCPT) continued its mission to prepare young people for postsecondary success, career readiness, and lifelong self-efficacy. Through strategic partnerships, rigorous training, and youth-centered support, we strengthened pathways to education, employment, and personal growth for Metro Atlanta’s emerging leaders.

Key Highlights & Accomplishments

Youth Served & Program Reach

• Over 100 youth served through interactive professional development training, mentoring, and post-secondary options services

• 93% of program participants reported that they would recommend GCPT services to others

Education & Postsecondary Success

• More than 1/2 of Spring 2025 GED graduates supported through our programs have enrolled in college and/or secured employment, marking a significant step toward long-term economic mobility.
  
  

Skill Development & Participant Growth

• Based on post-training evaluations, youth demonstrated an 85% increase in communication skills, which aided in conflict resolution and overall confidence.

• Participants reported feeling better equipped to navigate interviews, workplace expectations, and academic environments.
  
  

Community Partnerships

• We collaborated with 16 agencies, schools, and mentoring programs across Metro Atlanta, expanding access to resources and creating a unified network of support for youth and families.

• Collaborative partnerships strengthened referral pipelines and fostered a more holistic approach to youth development.
  
  

Mentor Recruitment & Training

• 13 mentors were professionally trained using standardized onboarding tools aligned with Georgia state requirements, including:
  
  

  • 1. 1. • Fingerprint background checks

          • Mandatory reporting protocols

          • Youth-centered engagement strategies
            
            

Looking Ahead

In 2026, GCPT remains committed to expanding our reach, strengthening community partnerships, and delivering transformational youth development experiences. With continued support, we will scale our impact and ensure that more young people across Georgia gain the tools and confidence to thrive.