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Supporting the Future: The Role of Child and Youth Care Workers 🌟 Child and youth care workers are dedicated to empowering young voices and creating safe, nurturing environments. Their work is vital in fostering healthy development and building positive relationships. In our blog, we explore: ✅ The growing demand for child and youth care workers. ✅ The benefits and challenges of online education for aspiring professionals. ✅ How distance learning can make this career path more accessible. Let’s invest in the future of our children and youth! Read more here 👉 https://lnkd.in/gZaTjr22 #CaringSupport #ChildAndYouthCare #OnlineEducation #FutureLeaders #Empowerment

We must engage with children while they are young and while they are at school, here's why... Most children in New Zealand attend school from 5 years of age, but an increasing number are beginning to disengage and at an earlier age. https://lnkd.in/gpJ8C-Eu 26 September 2023; ‘Children as young as 12 are leaving school in search of work, according to youth employment agencies who say the country is headed towards a “significant crisis” if nothing is done to curb the flow of young people not attending school. Meanwhile, truancy services are working with thousands of kids as young as 6 who have been un-enrolled from school’. Kids want to be where their friends are, and to be good at something. BGYF’s Champions Begin for Schools programme is a proven solution, engaging many of these disengaged young people, giving them a sense of achievement and self-worth, and a reason to stay at school. Once out of the education system they are often on a slippery slope, particularly the 10–15-year age group. All children and young people deserve the benefits of a stable education. We must engage them while they’re young and while they’re at school! #championpeople #championcommunities

Research shows that by the age of six, children begin forming aspirations, but many adopt limiting stereotypes based on gender, ethnicity, or background. By age nine, some have already started letting go of their biggest dreams. That's why at SIPS Education Ltd we are working with The Careers & Enterprise Company to connect primary school children’s learning to the world of work. By volunteering just a small amount of your time, you can: • Raise awareness and inspire young children to explore a variety of jobs and career pathways. • Break down barriers and stereotypes that limit their future possibilities. • Help kids understand how what they learn today connects to skills they'll need in tomorrow’s workplace. Your involvement can make a real difference! To register your interest, click here: https://lnkd.in/euRyEYHt #employerengagement Schools are based in Sandwell Council Walsall Council Dudley Council and Birmingham City Council

Transitioning from high school to adulthood is difficult for many young people, especially for those without strong family support. Planning for a transition, developing independent living skills, seeking and finding a first job, as well as finding a place to live can be overwhelming coming from the safety net of Boys Town. That’s why we developed our Successful Futures program. It was designed to prepare young men and women, both before and after high school graduation, to successfully make this transition by delivering stable support systems, a community of peers, a safe place to live and workforce development opportunities. https://bit.ly/3w2Df7H

Resourcing Inclusive Communities (an initiative of Family Advocacy) is hosting a free webinar on 11 February called "Accessing Work Experience Through School Webinar." Learn how to successfully navigate work experience opportunities for your young person while at school. Work Experience should be a positive experience for the student and start them on their journey towards paid, open and meaningful employment. The main goal is to create personalised experiences based on the young person's interests, contributions, and conditions for success. This is most likely to have the best outcomes. This free webinar will cover; - Working with schools to ensure optimum work experience - Why starting early is essential - Engaging with employers - Getting the supports right - How to successfully approach roles and tasks Who is this for? This webinar is for families of secondary school students who are considering work experience in the future. Education, health and disability professionals are invited as well. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gaWQJc5j

As we navigate our busy lives, let’s take a moment to reflect on those who may not have the same opportunities we do. Many students face challenges that can hinder their educational journey, from financial struggles to lack of support systems. In our roles as executives, we have the unique ability to make a difference. Let’s commit to fostering an inclusive environment where every student feels valued and supported. Together, we can create pathways for success that uplift not just individuals, but entire communities. What initiatives are you championing to support underprivileged students? #Empathy #CommunitySupport #HigherEducation 

Have you heard that in the Czech Republic, home to over 10 million people, around 6,400 children live in 142 children's homes, with 900 transitioning out each year? Many of these young individuals, including those from foster care, single-parent households, or ethnic minorities face challenges in career choice due to a lack of guidance and outdated education, with disadvantaged youth struggling with low motivation, limited digital skills, and weak employability. This highlights the urgent need for specialized career counseling and training to help them successfully enter the workforce. We're glad to be part of the solution through our partnership with Nadání a dovednosti o.p.s.! With ROZHLED, a mentoring project that helps disadvantaged youth explore their strengths and make informed career and education choices. It aims to boost self-awareness, improve social skills, and provide hands-on experience to reduce school failure and reliance on welfare. Targeting youth ages 13–21, the program builds on over 12 years of experience working with children from various backgrounds, including those in children’s homes. The initiative also focuses on career awareness, job search skills, and reducing unemployment risks through partnerships with companies like Concentrix for mentorship and interview training. DIGI ROZHLED addresses the digital skills gap by providing students, teachers, and caregivers with essential digital and cybersecurity training. Get additional information on https://lnkd.in/gK_TCPwn #empoweringcommunities #THFsupport

🚀 Exciting news for #parents and #carers! We are thrilled to share a fantastic resource: "Careers Decision in Secondary Education." This guide has been produced in partnership with Careers Hub - Cornwall & Isles of Scilly, to help you navigate the important journey of #career choices for your children. This resource provides valuable insights, tips, and tools to support young people in making informed decisions about their futures. 👉 CHECK IT OUT 👇 https://lnkd.in/e-PgDGuf #dptcareershub #CareerGuidance #EmpowerParents #FutureLeaders Jo SkeelNicky HendersonJacqueline HobsonJoanna Fojcik-FeaseyMark TurnbullMaciej KrzyminskiBen Mitchell Toni OatwayEconomy, Enterprise, and Skills by Devon County Council

❗ There are 900k young people outside the education system – highest level in nearly a decade. In a guest blog, Oli de Botton CEO of The Careers & Enterprise Company, sets out how and why careers education can help reduce rates of NEET (not in education, employment or training), through prevention. 1️⃣ Starting early: Evidence from a primary school pilot in disadvantaged areas suggests that when children meet employers and their teachers connect lessons to good local jobs, they look to the future with more optimism. 2️⃣ Modernising work ex: High quality work experience helps young people get ready for work, by exposing them and teaching them skills employers are looking for 3️⃣ Helping with transition points: It’s at points of transition where young people can fall out of the system. The nine terms between the start of Year 10 and the end of Year 12 need special support. Designing careers guidance and support along these lines can prevent the blighting of life chances and the widening of attainment gaps, according to Oli de Botton Read the blog: https://lnkd.in/eXh2UuVh #careers #workexperience #attainmentgap #disadvantage

Unlocking Employment Success for Youth with Visual Impairments Youth who are blind or have low vision start working on their transition individualized education plan (IEP) by their 16th birthday. This plan focuses on three essential goals: postsecondary education, employment, and independent living. For more insights, check out the full article on Transition from High School to Adult Life for Teenagers Who Are Blind or Have Low Vision. This series, by APH FamilyConnect, delves into employment, exploring the experiences, skills, and resources needed for success. Hear firsthand from youth and their parents about how individuals who are blind, low vision, or deafblind are navigating the world of work. 👉 Read More