Q+ Works Employment Program for 2SLGBTQIA+ Youth
Q+ Works, is a hybrid and free employment program for 2SLGBTQIA+ Youth offered by The Training Group at Douglas College located at New Westminster campus.
FREE
It has zero cost to attend and is specifically designed for multi-barriered youth (age 16-29). Our goal is to connect 2SLGBTQIA+ Youth with employers who celebrate Diversity and foster belonging, as well as to empower them to pursue further education that aligns with their long-term goals.
CLASSES START APRIL 2
Up to $300 in completion bonuses.
6 weeks of Essential Skills and Employability Training.
Indigenous Awareness, Diversity & Inclusion Training.
4 weeks of 1 on 1 Career Coaching.
Daily Food Vouchers.
Free Transit Tickets for the entire 6 weeks of in-person classes.
6-month access of LinkedIn Learning account (Valued at $286)
8-month access of Office 365 account (valued at $64)
Job placement support.
Field trips and community engagement.
Wide Network of Employers celebrating DEI.
On-going support with Job search even after the training ends.
Please see our website for details about the program and how to apply: http://douglascollege.ca/qworks. Please find the eligibility below:
JOIN US IF YOU
Identify as part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community;
Age 16-29;
Legally entitled to work in Canada (Open work permit holders are welcome to apply; some restrictions may apply)
Living in British Columbia;
Not a full-time student (i.e., not enrolled in high school or post-secondary training);
Are not actively participating in another provincially or federally funded labor market program; and
Currently unemployed or precariously employed.
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