We are excited to announce that One Source, a Verified Credentials company, has partnered with Symphony Workforce Foundation’s Find the Why! (FTW!) career platform to provide background screening and personal data education to Nebraska students with the shared goal of bringing refreshed transparency, accountability, and education into the student-employer pipeline. This innovative approach places Nebraska as a frontrunner in youth workforce development readiness.
With this initiative, Nebraska students from middle school to college have direct access to background screening and other verification needs within the FTW! platform. As students connect with employers or apply for internships, they now have the option to request Verified Credentials for background checks and additional services—fostering trust between students and organizations while empowering young people to take charge of their personal information management records.
Additionally, Symphony Workforce Foundation’s new micro-credential modules on Personal Accountability and Financial Literacy help students understand their legal rights, financial obligations, and data privacy, giving Nebraska students a leg up on modern workforce readiness.
In keeping with the theme of transparency and education, we’ve also developed educational tools to help parents and guardians of FTW! participants better understand the background screening process by covering topics including—but not limited to—what information is collected, how it’s used, and how students can manage their credentials with confidence.
The benefits for Nebraskans
By bringing together this collection of educational and preparation resources, we are able to benefit several groups in the community, including:
Students: Students are empowered to be proactive and confident with the ability to understand and manage their own records through early access to background screening and review services.
Employers: Employers gain confidence that arriving students have completed credentials and a demonstrated sense of responsibility, as the platform supplies more pre-qualified individuals who are already vetted and committed to their future.
Educators and Communities: As students are better prepared for the transition from school to workplace, schools will encounter fewer delays in placements, and communities will receive job-ready talent that understands the importance of personal data and accountability.
Parents and Guardians: Parents are given clear education tools and insight into how student data is handled. The platform prioritizes data security, allowing families to feel secure that their student’s experience is safe.
Our combined efforts reinforce Nebraska’s commitment to leading the nation in innovative, data-driven workforce development, as well as Verified Credentials and One Source’s mission to empower the community with functional data that engages in meaningful ways.
About Symphony Workforce Foundation (Find the Why!)
Symphony Workforce Foundation is a Nebraska-based nonprofit that helps young people align their career paths with personal purpose. Its FTW! (Find the Why!) platform is a gamified mobile career exploration and credentialing tool that empowers students age 13+ to engage with real-world challenges, earn digital credentials, and connect with employers and scholarships. The platform currently reaches youth in more than 40 states and continues to expand its national impact. Learn more: www.symphonyworkforce.org
About Verified Credentials
Verified Credentials is a trusted leader in background screening and credentialing solutions, serving organizations across employment, education, volunteer, and contractor sectors. With nearly 40 years of experience, Verified Credentials empowers individuals and organizations to build trust through accurate, fast, and transparent screening. As a Verified Credentials company, One Source, based in Omaha, Nebraska, is part of its expanding national presence. Learn more: www.verifiedcredentials.com
