A/D Works! Participates in Strive to Thrive Event
More than 25 local service organizations, including Arapahoe/Douglas Works!, participated in the 2024 Strive to Thrive Resource and Service Fair on January 23, 2024. Strive to Thrive is a bi-annual event hosted by the Douglas County Community of Care Network. The event is a resource fair comprised of multiple agencies and organizations that provide on-site resources and services for vulnerable residents of Douglas County.
Over 160 people attended this year’s event. Attendees were provided a hot meal and were able to learn where to access food, clothing, medical, and housing assistance. They were also able to learn about employment opportunities, how to apply for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), and many other supportive services.
The summer event usually happens in July. Follow Douglas County on X (formerly Twitter) for updates. You can also connect with one of our Career Services Advisors today if you need assistance with job search, resources, a referral for community support services, and much more!
Unveiling Success
Joshua is a veteran who was seeking employment. During a veteran’s hiring and resources event, he connected with the Arapahoe/Douglas Works! team. After hearing Joshua’s story, a Career Services Advisor referred him to Veteran Services. He received a Bachelor’s Degree in Management Systems in May 2023 and hoped to get a job as a Project Manager.
Joshua and the Career Services Advisor met to review his resume, LinkedIn profile, where to search for jobs, interview skills, networking, and other job search tips. He utilized advice for his job search and updated his resume. He was also connected with a State Veteran Employment Representative and was referred to another veteran job fair. He attended the job fair and applied for a job as a project engineer. Joshua was streamlined through the hiring process and was successfully hired as a Senior Project Coordinator at Eaton.
After getting hired, Joshua wrote “Sincere thanks to you and your team…for the strong efforts you all make to connect [job] seekers with meaningful careers and training resources. I am confident that this opportunity would not have presented itself without you all doing such fantastic work!”
After two months in his new role, Joshua emailed about his experience saying, “I’m absolutely thrilled with my role and the way it has changed my life…I couldn’t be happier to have found this role through your services!”
Learn more about our Veteran Services.
Bridging the Skills Gap: How Career and Technical Education Prepares Colorado Students for the Workforce
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Getting ready for jobs can be a bit like solving a puzzle. Colorado, just like other places, has a challenge called the “skills gap.” This means there’s a difference between what skills companies need and what skills people have. Let’s explore how Colorado is using something special called Career and Technical Education (CTE) to help students bridge this gap and get ready for jobs.
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