LEEP Program Gives Opportunity To Gain Work Experience For Refugee Youth From War-Affected Countries

Moving to Canada can be challenging, especially when you are a refugee. Displaced people face many challenges starting from stress and ending with employment. To help refugees to adapt to a new country LEEP program started a unique 16-week pre-employment training program for refugee youth from war-affected countries. The Program offers an exploration of education and employment options and the opportunity to gain work experience. The placement further boosts their self-esteem and confidence in the workplace while providing experiential learning. Every attempt is made for the placement to result in long-term employment.

Anna Glibka, Employment Specialist & Program Leader at LEEP, tells us how LEEP contributes to the successful career of refugees and advises finding a first job in Canada.

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