EVOLVING LIVES IS INVESTED IN HUMAN POTENTIAL

Evolving Lives is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization operating as certified vendors for the Florida Department of Education, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation.

We provide assistance for youth who are transitioning from post-education to pre-employment. Through paid work-based learning, job development, and job coaching, Evolving Lives assists our consumers with finding and maintaining meaningful employment. We work with individuals to become more independent so they may have a greater sense of autonomy in their lives. Psycho-education is also used to promote a healthier self-worth and foster emotional intelligence.

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WHY DO WE EXIST?

Evolving Lives Inc. exists to empower individuals, communities, and organizations to reach their full potential and live their most fulfilling lives. Our mission is to:

- Provide innovative solutions and resources for personal and professional growth

- Foster a culture of inclusivity, diversity, and social responsibility

- Support mental health, well-being, and resilience

- Advocate for education, awareness, and systemic change

- Connect people and organizations to create meaningful impact

By existing, Evolving Lives Inc. aims to make a positive difference in the lives of others, contributing to a more compassionate, equitable, and thriving world for all.

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Statistics Show

- In 2023, the employment-population ratio for people with disabilities ages 16 to 64 increased by 2.3 percentage points to 37.1 percent.

- In 2023, the employment-population ratio for people without disabilities ages 16 to 64 increased by 0.6 percentage points to 75.0 percent.

- Nationally, youth and young adults with disabilities (ages 14–24) are about 16 percent less likely to be employed than their peers without disabilities.

- For young adults aged 18-24 with disabilities in the U.S., college enrollment rates are 27.3 percent compared to the national average of 43.4 percent for young adults without disabilities.

- Labor Force Participation Rate for people with disabilities aged 16 to 64 years was 40.6% in April 2024, and 24.5% for those 16 and older.

Meet the Staff

Khris Lucin, LCSW

Program Director / Barry U Graduate
Merida Picon

Employment Specialist
Brendan Hess, Ba psych

Employment Specialist/ Tutoring & Mentoring/ FIU MSW Program
Veronica Velez

Office Clerk
Julian Enriquez

Administrative Grant Writer
Amanda Soler

Supportive Employment Specialist
Eliezer Rosario-Lopez

Graphic Designer Project Manager
Jaime Madruga

IT Specialist