by winstonsalemurbanleague | Jul 15, 2017 | News, Summer Youth Employment Program
That’s right! WXII covered our Summer Youth Program. This amazing program, funded by the City of Winston-Salem, allows low-moderate income teens, ages 15-19 to intern at local businesses throughout Winston-Salem. They receive stipends while gaining paths to...
by winstonsalemurbanleague | Jul 15, 2017 | CEO Blog, News, Summer Youth Employment Program, Young Professionals
Over the last several months, the W-S Urban League has been advocating around a few key issues. It is always great when elected leaders are responsive to our efforts. We recognize supportive officials whenever we can with a big: THANK YOU! Public transportation We...
by winstonsalemurbanleague | Jul 8, 2017 | CEO Blog, News, Summer Youth Employment Program
On Thursday night, approximately two dozen Winston-Salem preferred employers came together at the home of W-S Urban League CEO James Perry. The house was stirring with anticipation. The purpose: an orientation and mixer for the 2017 Summer Youth Employment Program....
by winstonsalemurbanleague | Jul 8, 2017 | News, Summer Youth Employment Program
Our goal was huge but straightforward. Turn 148 teenagers into the most impressive job candidates that employers had ever seen. We jumped into action. Step one: each teen must write a resume. All 148 teens in the Summer Youth Employment Program met up at the Forsyth...
by winstonsalemurbanleague | Jul 8, 2017 | News, Summer Youth Employment Program, Young Professionals
Kendra Callwood, Kismet Loftin-Bell, Joy Nelson-Thomas andAshley Green This year, the Summer Youth Employment Program is off to an amazing start! In large part, it is due to our team. You have to meet them. First up is Kendra Callwood. Kendra is an Americorp Vista...