We want to thank our business partners for supporting the
Los Angeles Youth Opportunity Movement.
Without you, we would have very few opportunities
and jobs for our youth. You are an essential
part of the success of thousands of young
people in Los Angeles.
The Business Mentorship Council (BMC)
is a group of local business leaders committed
to creating and providing training,
internship, employment, and mentorship opportunities
for youth. We are always open to new ideas! These are just a few ways to
participate:
1. Jobs, Jobs, Jobs
The Los Angeles Youth Opportunity Movement prepares
our young adults for the workforce by equipping
them with the necessary skills
to become successful employees. Do you have
positions available at your company? Do
you need a steady supply of qualified applicants? Are you willing to give our youth a chance?
We're happy to help.
2. Be a Sponsor
We need sponsorship for many of our events
each year: job fairs, community celebrations,
youth recognition events, and conferences. You can provide
raffle prizes, food, space, supplies or
funding. Let us know what you can help us
with, and we'll do the rest.
3. Speak To Us
Speak to our youth about what businesses
look for in employees: professionalism,
customer service, specific skills.
These messages are most powerful when they
come directly from you. We need speakers
for job readiness training, conferences,
and events throughout the year.
4. Host a Job Shadow
Each year during the week of Groundhog Day,
we send many of our young people out to
shadow a professional in their field of
interest. If you can spare just one day to host a
young person in your office, you will be
providing an invaluable experience and a
new perspective.
5. Be a Tour Guide
Host a site visit or tour of your company.
These visits are a great opportunity for
youth to gain insight into the working world
by meeting employees, observing and asking
questions.
6. Be a Mentor
Over 3,000 youth in Watts, Boyle Heights
and the San Fernando Valley are enrolled
in our program. They need role models and
mentors. Invest a little time, and reap a priceless
reward.
The
City of Los Angeles, WIA Title I financially assisted program or activity
is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services
are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
