By Lizzie Murchison | Program Manager for Communications
On behalf of the Global Kids youth leaders and staff, we would like to thank you for supporting the Career Initiatives Summer Employment Program. Global Kids provided 90 students from underserved communities with career training and paid work opportunities in New York City this summer. During the six-week program, our students were able to build their resumes and gain valuable work experience.
Rajhaun C., who is entering his senior year of high school in Brooklyn, participated in the program for the first time this summer. He sought out a position at the New York City Rescue Mission, where he assists in the soup kitchen. Although he had never held a job before, Rajhaun has excelled in his position. His supervisors report that he is a “delightful young man” to work with and they have “adopted Rajhaun as part of our village.”
The Career Initiatives Summer Employment Program is a key component of our work to inspire and educate young people to achieve academic excellence, self-actualization, and global competency. The program prepares participants for the 21st century workplace and equips them with the skills and tools needed for success in school, work, and throughout their lives. Students receive training in workplace professionalism at the beginning of the program and are supported by staff through weekly site visits at their work locations. Exposure to these opportunities not only helps students attain jobs after the program is over, but ensures that they have the tools to succeed in whatever profession they pursue.
At Global Kids, we will continue to find ways to deepen and further the learning that began in the Career Initiatives Summer Employment Program. We are deeply grateful for your support and we hope you will continue to look to us as partners in your efforts to provide engaging career opportunities for young people.
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