Jobs
After Congress members go through Youth Lead they’re ready to GO! They will have the opportunity to participate in diverse workforce opportunities such as internships, part time jobs, full time jobs. The goal here is to help youth gain additional skills and to get established in solid careers.
Service
The other option for those moving out of Youth Lead is to SERVE! Here congress members are offered the opportunity to give back to their communities: in the areas addressed by the Town Hall Forums, in other key community sectors, and in the Youth Congress itself.
Key Action Steps
- Establishment of internship and other workforce opportunities
- Support of ACTION initiatives by NYC members
- Ongoing personal coaching and job skills preparation
- Development and implementation of community service projects with NYC volunteers
Key Programs / Technologies
- Personalized “DigiCards”
- SET Model (Social, Environmental,Technology) for plugging in youth volunteers
- Americorps training