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27 esteem to prepare youth for future training, education and employment. Program materials promote self-esteem, character building, life skills, leadership opportunities, the benefits of employment, career planning, peer support groups, strategies to improve academic and social outcomes, and the importance of high school or GED completion. Program goals include improving academic and social outcomes for participating youth, facilitating the formation of secure, stable relationships, pregnancy prevention and educational opportunities that are culturally and linguistically responsive to the needs of youth. Financial Responsibility TANF funds several programs offering education around financial responsibility strategies including budgeting, credit management, and asset building. Service providers currently partner with DWS to offer these workshops in DWS employment centers, local community centers and through on-line experiences.