What are the goals of the Multicultural Achievers program?
- Raise academic standards of youth of color
- Assist youth of color in gaining acceptance to institutions of higher learning
- Expose youth of color to diverse career options
- Provide minority adult role models to inspire youth of color to set and achieve personal and professional goals
- Build character and develop positive assets in youth of color and their families
- Create channels for community involvement by business and industry
- Promote and recognize excellence in all aspects of the participants' lives and the lives of their families
What does the program include?
- Personal values assessments
- Goal setting
- Homework assistance
- Test preparation
- Job skills development (e.g., practice job applications, interview role playing, resume writing, workplace tours)
- College preparation and search process
- Career exploration
- Health & wellness activities
- Family involvement and
- Social activities
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