Skip to main content

Youth Empowerment

Youth empowerment is helping youth and young adults take charge of their lives. For youth and young adults with a disability, that means supporting them in making their own decisions. Here is a service available to youth and young adults looking to work or learn a trade in the state of New Jersey. 

Featuring…

One-Stop Career Centers

The One-Stop Career Center focuses on providing aid, job referrals, and other services to New Jersey employed and unemployed workers. To quote their "Career Support" page on their website: 

New Jersey's One-Stop Career Centers provide integrated services to workers, career seekers, and employers to help match candidates with various opportunities.

Job seekers who are veterans receive priority referrals to jobs and training and special employment services and assistance. In addition, we provide specialized attention and service to individuals with disabilities...justice-involved individuals, youth, and older workers.

We encourage youth and young adults to browse the career center! Do you want to learn more about it? Let us know in the comments below! For youth and young adults, ages 13-26, join us on the SPAN Youth Chat on Wednesdays from 3:30-4:00 PM.

Resources...

Link to SPAN's website: www.spanadvocacy.org 

Link to SPAN's Youth in the Know Resource Page: Youth in the Know

We're here for you! Call SPAN if you need assistance: 1-800-654-7726



Labels:

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

*Correction*Unlocking Your Voice Featuring Youth Engagement Now (YEN)

Public speaking can seem challenging, but it's an attainable skill for everyone. Whether it's delivering a speech at a wedding, presenting at work, or addressing classmates, confident communication is crucial. By learning to manage nerves and connect with the audience, it's possible to become more comfortable and deliver messages effectively.
Post a Comment
Read more

Stronger Together: Finding Strength in Shared Journeys, featuring Growing Up Online

There’s something really special about talking to someone who has gone through the same things you have. They understand in a way that others might not, because they’ve lived it too. When people with similar life experiences support each other, it can make a big difference. It helps you feel less alone, gives you hope, and often brings helpful advice that comes from real experience. Whether it’s dealing with a disability, mental health, or big life changes, support from someone who “gets it” can truly change your life.  
Post a Comment
Read more

Beyond the Beat: Celebrating Musicians with Disabilities, featuring Elevatus Training

For centuries, musicians have made remarkable contributions to the world of art. Legendary artists like Beethoven, Ray Charles, and Paul Stanley have created songs and albums that will stand the test of time. And what makes their legacies even more inspiring is that all of them lived with disabilities. These performers show that talent has no limits.    
Post a Comment
Read more