With a strong focus on developing students interests, this program not only promotes an abundance of industry pathways but also guides them into a career suited to their acquired skills and personal attributes. They work to provide a ‘taste test’ for multiple short & long-term employment opportunities that differ from standard career expos. Through this targeted approach, the program encourages the completion of schooling and enables students to make informed decisions on their subjects. Students walk away with meaningful and logical career goals with a support system to back them.
Regional coordinator for the Workabout Centre, Isaiah Omamogho, said by the end of the program there was much evidence to suggest students now realise how their skill sets and abilities were suited to different industries, “which was great for us to see".
Year 11 Student Gemma explains her similar experience in the program…
“I’ve got two career options either teaching or carpentry, and they said to do both and said they will support me with that too, so it’s pretty good to know that I have that support”
Gemma, like many other students, now has a new-found attitude to schooling and confidence towards her future career goals and ambitions.
On top of this, the program also coincides with the 15th Annual Aboriginal Power Cup, where students - with an 80% school attendance record - had the opportunity to perform at Adelaide Oval before Port Adelaide’s match against Essendon on Sunday.