Vocoform is devoted to realizing what is possible when we identify and live out our calling. We believe vocation is more than just the means to a paycheck; it’s where a person’s intrinsic value, life story, place, and unique talents intersect. We affirm value regardless of our physical abilities, inherited background, gender, sexual orientation, race, past mistakes or future successes. “Vocoform” stems from the Latin words vocatio (calling) and formatio (shape or formation). Merging these concepts sprouts our name, Vocoform – “the shape of calling.” Vocoform helps young adults identify and pursue their vocations through a holistic approach of skill development, life coaching, and enterprise operation/ownership. Our participants are individuals ages 18-25 who face barriers including poverty, addiction, broken family ties and racial injustice. As Vocoform participants are selected from among existing vocational programs, released youth offenders, and those aging out of the foster care system, we strive to maintain a 60/40 gender ratio and a 50/50 minority/majority race ratio. Our mission is to inspire the next generation into Vocation at the intersection of Work, Values and Life within a geographical context.