The Backstory:
Skills for change helps over 14,000 people a year and is known for pioneering programs that respond to shifting immigration and workplace trends and lead to employment.
Offering a range of accelerated programs such as Professional Workshops, Settlement Counseling, Skills Training, Employment Preparation, Business Skills, Mentoring, Entrepreneurship Skills, Skilled Trades and Settlement services.
However, the pandemic and other unpredictable changes in restrictions, including the lack of engagement and acceptance by the desired audience are the factors which may hinder
in-person sessions and events.
Target Audience
New immigrants and refugees who have come to the GTA to create new life for themselves and their families.
Challenges of Target Audience
- Language Barriers
- Lack of Employment Opportunities
- Transportation Issues
- Cultural Differences
- Raising Children
- Prejudice
Goals
- Create a space for Immigrants
- Flexibility
- Accessibility
- Offering a wide selection of programs
- Cost -Effective
- Customizable Learning Experience
Solution
Conclusion:
The concept of traditional education has changed radically within the last couple of years. Being physically present in a classroom setting isn’t the only learning option anymore.
Nowadays, you can now have access to quality education & skills training whenever and wherever you want, as long as you can get online.
The Online learning platform tears down common barriers and challenges that immigrants face such as transportation issues, language barrier and prejudice.
More importantly, this also creates a safe space for immigrants to learn and acquire new skills online without leaving the comforts of their home.
Adding this online learning platform on the Skills For Change website aligns with their vision where every immigrant succeeds.
Not only will they benefit from learning with all the skills & workshops through the various programs that are being offered by Skills For Change but also provide them with an easy-to-use online learning platform where more opportunities can be made available for immigrants and refugees to access, embrace and fully participate in.
