Employment and Career Development
Helping people overcome barriers to work and build careers that last.
From Job Seeker to Sustainable Career
Finding good work can be difficult, especially for newcomers and underserved communities who face barriers such as limited experience, language challenges, lack of networks or unfamiliar job markets. Our Employment and Career Development programs help people overcome these barriers and move toward financial independence.
We support job seekers at every step, from career guidance and job-readiness training to employment counselling and help with applications and interviews. Each participant is supported based on their skills, goals and circumstances, not a one-size-fits-all plan.
Beyond the first job, we focus on long-term success. By connecting participants to workforce opportunities and employers, we help people build meaningful, sustainable careers that strengthen their families and their communities.
How Employment and Career Development Works
Career Guidance
One-on-one support to identify strengths, set goals and plan a clear career path.
Job-Readiness Training
Practical skills for resumes, interviews and succeeding in the workplace.
Employment Counselling
Ongoing advice to help job seekers overcome barriers and stay on track.
Workforce Connections
Linking participants with employers and real job opportunities.
Our Vision
A world where every person lives with dignity, free from poverty and injustice.
Our Mission
To empower communities through education, health, governance and humanitarian action.
Frequently Asked Questions
A program that helps people find work and grow their careers through career guidance, job-readiness training, employment counselling and connections to employers.
Job seekers of all backgrounds, including newcomers and underserved populations who face additional barriers to employment.
No. We support people at different stages, from those looking for their first job to those seeking to change or restart their careers.
Training focuses on job readiness, including resume writing, interview preparation, workplace communication and understanding job market expectations.
We connect participants with workforce opportunities and employers, and support them throughout the application process.
You can support Employment and Career Development through donations, employer partnerships, or by volunteering your time and expertise. Visit our How to Help page to learn more.
