Brimbank council has launched its Local Jobs for Local People program, with a renewed focus on younger residents.
The initiative explores the barriers and challenges faced by local youth and outlines the range of support that young people are asking for and what the council can do to meet those needs.
It brings together the community and council’s partner organisations to respond to the changing economy and jobs market.
The program supports young people in building career and work paths by responding to persistent youth unemployment in Brimbank through a bespoke framework.
The program also recognises vulnerable groups, the need for diversity and partnerships, and defines council’s role in alleviating the burden by planning, advocating, partnering, leading, informing and delivering.
According to council, it is focused on creating better support for young people experiencing barriers, providing and promoting meaningful workplace experiences, and ensuring access to student placements.
The youth program was created as part of Brimbank’s first Youth Jobs Strategy, which was developed to address “serious concerns about Brimbank’s high youth unemployment rate” in previous years.
However, according to council, the relatively low unemployment rate in recent years has presented clear opportunities — indicating that young people in some parts of Brimbank thrive, with good support from well-resourced families, education and social networks.
The Local Jobs for Local People — Youth Program helps create those networks for local youth.
Details: brimbankjoblink.com.au/
