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"Sister to Sister -- Ladies Stand Up"
| Name | Debra Clowney-Parnell | | Situation | South Carolina and other states face a critical challenge of preparing our young people for the next phase of their life: adulthood. Many of our young people lack the interest and knowledge about what the future will bring and how to be prepared. They are not prepared with the necessary skills nor concern to successfully enter adulthood. Preparing youth for adulthood and the workforce is a major challenge. | | Response | "Sister to Sister" is a program designed to teach young ladies how to better prepare themselves for the next step. Through the collaborating efforts of Florence County 4-H, School District One, State Farm Insurance Agency, AccuStaff Employment Agency, and an Educational Consultant, the program was conducted at the High School for teen girls.
The program consisted of four major concerns -- Social Graces, Employability Skills, Etiquette and The Role of Young Women in our Society. The program presented information on how to help the participants prepare themselves by setting goals, making better choices, seeking resources, and evaluating their own progress to be successful. The format for the program was taken from the televison show, "The View," a total of ninety minutes, with sixty minutes to present information and thirty minutes to answer questions from the participants. Factual information was presented on how the above topics affected the students' ability to successfully move from high school to their desired next step. Students actively participated by asking questions, voicing their opinions, and requesting more information. A diverse audience of 139 females participated.
| | Impact | Participants learned that employers are reporting that young workers are lacking key skills necessary for success in today's workplace. Emphasis was placed on the importance of young adults having better abilities in areas of basic communication, leadership, teamwork, and problem solving. The program increased awareness which led to some participants stating that they would change their way of thinking and pursue other goals. Employment occupation handouts helped some realize that there is a need to continue their education to afford their desired lifestyle. Follow-up with school personnel showed that some students are displaying better manners and attitudes. Additional programs are scheduled for the Spring and sessions with the young men at the same school. |
Last update5/23/2008
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