YouthBuild USA supports more than 200 YouthBuild programs nationwide to unleash the positive energy of low-income young people who have dropped out of school, to rebuild their communities and their lives. YouthBuild USA is supporting existing diploma granting YouthBuild schools and helping YouthBuild GED programs become diploma granting in a multi-state demonstration focused on preparing all young people for post-secondary education and training, careers, and citizenship. Students engage in competency based, personalized learning while they acquire job skills by building affordable housing for homeless and low-income people. Additionally, leadership development, college readiness, community service, career development, and positive youth adult relationships are emphasized.