Junior Achievement’s mission is to empower young people to own their economic success. JA programs prepare young people to thrive in the 21st century workplace and global economy by inspiring a passion in free enterprise and entrepreneurship and instilling an understanding of personal financial literacy.

The impact Junior Achievement makes on a student today has been proven to provide life-long benefits.

- 94% of JA alumni report JA makes them confident about working effectively in a team environment;

- 90% said being a JA student positively affected their future;

- 88% said they have confidence to compete successfully in a business environment;

- 85% said they are confident in their ability to manage their personal finances effectively; and

- 83% said participating in JA helped prepare them for the world of work.