Webinar 1: Getting Started on the Journey to Meaningful Employment

Thursday 20th March 2025 10.30am - 12.00pm

This first webinar in the 2-part series will provide secondary students and their families with an opportunity to stop and consider what meaningful work is; why it is important and why it should not
be dismissed as unachievable for people with disability. Practical steps and tips will be offered and we will explore various school to work pathways, and include linking an NDIS support plan goal to
employment.

The webinar will include family stories of what is possible.

This workshop covers:

Exploring why having a job is important for everyone, especially people with disability.
The benefits of starting now
Understanding the importance of having a clear vision for your student’s future and learning how to write a Vision Statement.
Learn how to identify your young person’s interests and strengths, and how to map these to school and other work experiences, as well as potential future work roles through connections and community.
Why understanding conditions of success will set your person up well in the workplace.

Learning Objectives
Participants who attend this webinar will:
· Learn about overcoming barriers, and holding high expectations of their young person
· Identify what a good life for their young person looks like
· Understand the importance of vision and how to create one
· Identify the passions, strengths, and interests of their young person
· Explore how to pursue valued roles at school
· Create positive introduction for their young person
· Define Customised Employment
· Develop employment goals for their young person

Download the Accessible flyer here (word doc)

Who Should Attend?
This webinar is for secondary school students with disabilities and their families. Supporters and allies are also welcome to attend.

What do I need to participate?
We will be using the video meeting platform Zoom to host the webinar.

You will need access to:
· a computer or iPad/tablet or smart phone with internet access;
· speakers/sound

Please contact us if you have any questions or concerns about your ability to participate.

About CRU:

For over 35 years, Community Resource Unit has been working across Queensland to help people with disability take control of their lives and take their place in their community. COVID-19: Please do not attend on the day if you are unwell or if you have COVID-19 like symptoms. Please contact CRU if you require assistance to register, attend or participate in this event. Ph: 07 3844 2211 or Email: cru@cru.org.au

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Community Resource Unit CRU in QLD, Resourcing Inclusive Communities, an initiative of Family Advocacy (NSW) and Imagine More (ACT) will work together on a new five year project called ‘School to Work’. 'School to Work’ aims to inspire, increase confidence and motivate students with disability to seek and find meaningful employment with the help and support of their family and community.

The project is being provided as part of the Community Inclusion Capacity Development program through The Department of Social Services.