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Join the W.O.W. Advisory Council!
What is the W.O.W. Initiative?
In 2025, Towards Employment is starting an exciting new initiative aimed at gaining insights from our young adult program graduates about their experiences in the workforce, with a goal of helping employers better understand what a quality workplace means for young people. Members of this initiative will be a part of an Advisory Board titled “World of Work”. You will have an opportunity to create positive change in the workforce so more young adults can advance in their careers. See below for details on what this project entails.
Who we are looking for:
Employed graduates of Towards Employment, ages 18-24 years.
We need 7 members for the advisory council who will advise TE’s 15-member Employer Advisory Board and TE’s career coaching staff.
What is the time commitment?
At least 6 months of 1-hour per month in person or virtual engagement sessions.
What will happen in these sessions?
The W.O.W. monthly sessions will consist of team and individual activities on professional skill development, mentoring time with employers, working on group projects to present ideas and feedback to employers, and more!
What do I get if I join TE’s W.O.W. initiative?
- A stipend for session attendance and active engagement.
- A unique leadership opportunity to educate and collaborate with employers on how to create a better workplace for employees.
- Mentorship and networking opportunities with employers.
- Additional training and skill development opportunities to help advance in your personal and professional life.
Join the W.O.W. Initative!
Contact Samantha Shahid sshahid@towardsemployment.org or Staci Wamper swampler@towardsemployment.org to express interest and for more information.
