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Supporting youth with disabilities in their employment.

About

Welcome!

We are a small team at CanAssist at the University of Victoria working to improve employment support access for youth with disabilities in BC. In collaboration with representatives from a provincial network of disability-serving organizations, we are building the Provincial Employment Strategy for Youth with Disabilities (ESYD).

Guiding Principles

1

Provide youth-friendly programming.

2

Create program spaces that are safe and accommodating to all youth.

3

Recognize that each youth’s circumstances are unique.

4

Empower youth throughout their employment journey.

5

Promote the mental wellness of youth.

6

Emphasize continuous learning and career growth. 

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