Title of Session: Unemployment for Inspiring Young People
- IS THERE SOMETHING WE CAN CREATE/FOCUS ON OTHER THAN JOBS - ie for our society + personal development
- NO SET FORMAT FOR THE WORK ENVIRONMENT IT'S ABOUT WHAT SUITS YOU
- NOT MANY OPPORTUNITIES TO SUSTAIN JOBS e.g. space to make mistakes
- Motivation - y.p. (young people) need to complete things + reflect on what they've gained. Not give up... Mentors
- y.p. (young people) understand need to create their future - not be at the mercy of circumstances
- Support needed: e.g. group to help develop and sustain goals.
- exposure to different experiences - incl. work circumstances/environments.
- understanding need to be open to part time & temp. work
- Safe space for y.p. - being treated with respect
- Youth engagement rather than youth programmes (targets) (concerned, interested, challenging adults.)