Youth Employment Service

Youth Employment Services Launches New Mental Health Program for Employers to Foster Inclusive and Accessible Workplaces

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023

This free innovative, three year program aims to empower employers to create inclusive and accessible workplaces for individuals with mental health disabilities.

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  • This free innovative, three year program aims to empower employers to create inclusive and accessible workplaces for individuals with mental health disabilities.
  • Youth Employment Services launches new National mental health program!
  • "In Canada, the unemployment rate for individuals with mental health issues stands at 75 per cent .
  • Through our research we noticed a gap in ensuring employers had adequate resources and training to help persons with mental health disabilities in the workplace.

YES Hosts National RoundTable Event- Changing Tides-Resiliency in a Wave of Financial Crisis

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Thursday, June 1, 2023

The Changing Tides Event sponsored by HSBC Bank Canada will bring Government, youth, thought leaders and corporate partners together to discuss the issues of youth unemployment, financial empowerment and building resiliency.

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  • The Changing Tides Event sponsored by HSBC Bank Canada will bring Government, youth, thought leaders and corporate partners together to discuss the issues of youth unemployment, financial empowerment and building resiliency.
  • "The significant social and economic costs of underemployment amongst youth is an issue that continues across our country.
  • Without urgent help, the crisis could steal their prospects for stable work and prevent a successful transition to adulthood, particularly for those already falling behind.
  • YES leads the Canadian youth sector with innovative programs that empower disadvantaged and vulnerable youth to become self-sufficient contributing members of society.

PRIDE Industries Launches Youth Employment Services Program

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Thursday, January 12, 2023

Roseville, CA, Jan. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- PRIDE Industries, the nation’s leading employer of people with disabilities, today debuts its Youth Employment Services (YES!)

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  • Roseville, CA, Jan. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- PRIDE Industries, the nation’s leading employer of people with disabilities, today debuts its Youth Employment Services (YES!)
  • “The addition of the Youth Employment Services Program will allow us to provide employment preparation and on-the-job support specifically tailored to young adults.”
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  • “It’s estimated that there are 2,000 opportunity youth in Sacramento and Placer counties,” said Carlos Perez, Work Force Inclusion Manager for Youth Services at PRIDE Industries.
  • program should visit the Career Hub, call 916-676-2540, or contact PRIDE Industries’ I AM ABLE Helpline at 844-426-2253 (844-I-AM-ABLE).

YES Launches Program to train Ukrainians & youth in Cyber Security

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Friday, April 22, 2022

TORONTO, April 22, 2022 /CNW/ - Youth Employment Services (YES) is launching an innovative Cyber Security training program, funded by the Government of Ontario's Skills Development Fund to train Canadian post-secondary youth and Ukrainian refugees.

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  • TORONTO, April 22, 2022 /CNW/ - Youth Employment Services (YES) is launching an innovative Cyber Security training program, funded by the Government of Ontario's Skills Development Fund to train Canadian post-secondary youth and Ukrainian refugees.
  • Youth Employment Services (YES)is launching an innovative Cyber Security training program, funded by the Government of Ontario's Skills Development Fund to train Canadian post-secondary youth and Ukrainian refugees.
  • With cyber security on the rise, and due to the conflict in the Ukraine, likely increasing further, the demand for cyber security experts is outpacing the number of qualified applicants.
  • The YES program will provide post-secondary youth who disclose mental health issues the opportunity to complete a cyber-security certificate, Cognitive Behaviour therapy, specialized pre-employment, mentorship and future skills training followed by a work placement program.

Hyperlocal knowledge drives community investment

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Friday, November 19, 2021

We have been operating across Africa for more than two decades, and have built precious relationships that allow us to partner with communities developing hyperlocal solutions to local problems.

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  • We have been operating across Africa for more than two decades, and have built precious relationships that allow us to partner with communities developing hyperlocal solutions to local problems.
  • But we also understand that every community has specific needs, and a one-size-fits-all approach will not be relevant across the continent.
  • When it comes to community social value (CSV) projects, wherever possible, we look to partner with each community before launching projects with their input.
  • In the sport community, where we also play a significant role as a major broadcaster, our community initiatives are holistic, sustainable programmes that make material contributions while also developing skills and growing audience.