CareerSource sets Opportunity Youth Workforce Summit

CareerSource Hillsborough Pinellas is organizing the first Opportunity Youth Workforce Summit, scheduled for October 1 at the Tampa Marriott Water Street. This summit aims to address the pressing issues faced by "opportunity youth," a demographic that includes young individuals disconnected from both education and employment. Acknowledging the challenges that many young people in Hillsborough and Pinellas counties encounter, the event will serve as a platform for various stakeholders, including community leaders, educators, and employers, to collaborate on solutions. Discussions will focus on effective strategies for improving access to job training and educational resources for these youth. The event underscores a broader effort within the Tampa Bay area to mitigate rising unemployment rates among young people.

By fostering connections between youth and potential employers, the summit aims to create pathways for long-term success. Participants will also explore innovative solutions to engage this demographic in meaningful ways. Ultimately, this summit represents a proactive approach to building a more inclusive workforce in the region.