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Kayla M. Effertz ND Department of Commerce 701-328-5383 * keffertz@nd

Kayla M. Effertz ND Department of Commerce 701-328-5383 * keffertz@nd.gov. Office Intent Umbrella for existing DOC youth retention strategies for targeting youth 14-24 Operation Intern Career Conversations Youth Entrepreneurship

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Kayla M. Effertz ND Department of Commerce 701-328-5383 * keffertz@nd

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  1. Kayla M. Effertz ND Department of Commerce 701-328-5383 * keffertz@nd.gov

  2. Office Intent • Umbrella for existing DOC youth retention strategies for targeting youth 14-24 • Operation Intern • Career Conversations • Youth Entrepreneurship • Serve as liaison to coordinate similar youth messages to youth, educators and parents

  3. Branding

  4. ND Youth Council Legislative Intent • Membership • 16 youth, 4 legislators, chaired by Lt. Gov. • First Meeting: October 13th • Final report due by September 2010

  5. Youth Council Members

  6. Top Priorities from 1st Meeting Education More in-state scholarships Internship opportunities Knowledge to students about quality of Universities in North Dakota Dual-credit or more course opportunities for schools & AP credits Recreation & Entertainment Change social culture of drinking Availability and accessibility to concerts, sporting events, entertainment venues, diverse restaurants Youth leadership opportunities After school activities – dances, theme parks Jobs Realistic job opportunities, connect degrees to jobs Get people to feel like they have just as much opportunity as other states Encourage businesses to hire ND educated graduates, more incentives Continuing education within jobs Health/Wellness & Safety Training on depression, suicide prevention, seasonal depression Parent Ed for alcohol influence – family counseling Tougher laws for substance abuse

  7. Actions into RESULTS Improve awareness Identify needs and gaps Leverage expertise Establish a statewide “home” for youth information and services Develop a process for youth input Shape the mindset of youth that opportunities do exist in ND Greater retention rate of ND youth

  8. Next Steps • Benchmark Data • Input from Youth • Growing Partnerships and Identifying Roles • Young Professional Networks, NDSU Extension, etc. • Continued Fundraising for Youth Council in person meetings

  9. Find Youth Forward... • Become a fan on Facebook • Follow us on Twitter • Post a comment on www.youthforward.com • State Student Council: December 14, 2009

  10. DOC provides matching funds to eligible employers equal to 50% of wage or stipend paid to each intern , apprentice or work experience • Interns or work experience located in ND • New or expanding positions • College Students • High School students grades 11 & 12 for Trades and Technology positions

  11. Classrooms, parents or educators speak live via webcam with an individual working in North Dakota from his or her office. • The conversations are recorded and stored on www.ndworkforce.com for future viewing. • DOC provides webcam and speakers. • Train the trainer sessions upon request

  12. Kayla M. Effertz ND Department of Commerce 701-328-5383 * keffertz@nd.gov

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