The Workforce Investment Board of Southwest Missouri’s (WIB) is seeking participants, donations, and community volunteers for their YouthBuild program. They are looking for the following groups:
- Businesses or organizations who would be willing to make donations for lunches for the program
- Community members who are willing to volunteer for leadership training and mentorship for one afternoon.
- Individuals between ages 16 and 24 who have not yet earned their GED or high school program.
For potential YouthBuild participants, this is a 32-week program designed to help individuals:
- Earn their GED
- Obtain a PACT Industry-Recognized Credential
- Learn essential life skills like car maintenance, banking, and taxes
- Gain leadership training and mentoring from local community leaders
- Work on a real-world project by helping to build a tiny house for Vita Nova Village.
Whether you’re looking to finish your high school diploma or GED, learn job skills, or start a career, this program is for you. Participants will get hands-on training in the construction industry, paid work experience, and a chance to make a real impact in the community, as well as mentors who will guide them along the way.
To apply to participant in one of the three cohorts, click here. To learn how you can volunteer to be a mentor or make a donation, email Sherri Rhuems at srhuems@wibswmo.com.
Reference:
Sherri Rhuems, Executive Director
Workforce Investment Board of Southwest Missouri
417.629.3000
srhuems@wibswmo.com
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