Youth The Future

Youth the Future (YTF) is a client-centered program serving young people with disabilities, ages 15 – 30. This program seeks to enhance the self-awareness, independence and employment-related skills of its participants, so that they can secure meaningful employment or return to school. DAWN is partnering with YTF to support specifically young women and girls with disabilities.

Over a three-year period, and in four locations, 288 youth with disabilities will develop the life and job skills necessary to transition into the labour market or return to school. Each group of participants completes 8 weeks of paid classroom-like training for 30 hours a week, followed by 16 weeks of real-world work experience.

The program, led by the Canadian Council on Rehabilitation and Work (CCRW), works closely with a partner organization in each of the four cities served. DAWN Canada is delighted to support the Montreal, QC site which will have a special focus on young women and girls with disabilities.

Youth the Future is funded by Employment, Skills & Development Canada.

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More Than A Footnote: Canada Human Rights and Treaty Obligations
More Than A Footnote: Canada Human Rights and Treaty Obligations
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resource_intro_large_text: While many gender-based violence policies mention "vulnerable groups" in their preambles, women with disabilities and Deaf women are often reduced to footnotes. They are generally referred to broadly as people with disabilities or categorized as part of a vulnerable group, failing to fully address their specific needs and experiences. This infographic highlights the gap between acknowledgment and meaningful inclusion in these policies.
resource_main_content: While many gender-based violence policies mention "vulnerable groups" in their preambles, women with disabilities and Deaf women are often reduced to footnotes. They are generally referred to broadly as people with disabilities or categorized as part of a vulnerable group, failing to fully address their specific needs and experiences. This infographic highlights the gap between acknowledgment and meaningful inclusion in these policies.
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More Than A Footnote: Gaps in Current Policies and Programs
More Than A Footnote: Gaps in Current Policies and Programs
Related Project: Array
Resource Type: Infographic
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resource_intro_large_text: While many gender-based violence policies mention "vulnerable groups" in their preambles, women with disabilities and Deaf women are often reduced to footnotes. They are generally referred to broadly as people with disabilities or categorized as part of a vulnerable group, failing to fully address their specific needs and experiences. This infographic highlights the gap between acknowledgment and meaningful inclusion in these policies.
resource_main_content: While many gender-based violence policies mention "vulnerable groups" in their preambles, women with disabilities and Deaf women are often reduced to footnotes. They are generally referred to broadly as people with disabilities or categorized as part of a vulnerable group, failing to fully address their specific needs and experiences. This infographic highlights the gap between acknowledgment and meaningful inclusion in these policies.
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More than a Footnote : Policy Forum Summary Report 2022
More than a Footnote : Policy Forum Summary Report 2022
Related Project: Array
Resource Type: Report
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resource_intro_large_text: The More than a Footnote Policy Forum Report, based on an Policy Forum of the same name hosted by DAWN Canada in December 2022, captures the outcomes of discussions on critical policy issues affecting marginalized communities. With over 100 participants, the forum addressed topics such as livelihoods, housing, gender-based violence, and Canada's international assistance. The report highlights key policy gaps and presents valuable insights and recommendations for addressing these issues, emphasizing potential avenues for meaningful change.
resource_main_content: The More than a Footnote Policy Forum Report, based on an Policy Forum of the same name hosted by DAWN Canada in December 2022, captures the outcomes of discussions on critical policy issues affecting marginalized communities. With over 100 participants, the forum addressed topics such as livelihoods, housing, gender-based violence, and Canada's international assistance. The report highlights key policy gaps and presents valuable insights and recommendations for addressing these issues, emphasizing potential avenues for meaningful change.
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