Launching and Online Career Preparation and Self Development Course for Under Resourced Youth in Canada

Purpose and Background
The “Ahead of the Game Youth Mentoring Organization” (AOTG) seeks to address the significant challenges faced by “side-lined” youth, including lack of direction, underdeveloped skills, financial literacy issues, and career preparation barriers. AOTG aims to empower youth (ages 12-29) through mentoring programs focused on leadership, emotional intelligence, and life transitions, especially for under-resourced youth in Canada.

Building on prior efforts funded by Mitacs, which included an environmental scan of challenges faced by youth in rural Nova Scotia, the current project focuses on creating and launching an online education program to bridge gaps in youth development and readiness for life transitions. The program will include online courses, webinars, mentorship, personalized coaching, and community engagement.
Impact
This project targets societal challenges such as youth disengagement, lack of preparedness for life transitions, and mental health issues. By equipping youth with skills, resources, and guidance, AOTG intends to improve their educational and career outcomes, thereby fostering a more equitable and capable generation.

This structured approach leverages technical expertise, community input, and innovative methodologies to create scalable solutions for youth mentorship and development in Canada.

Faculty Supervisor:

Jonathan Hood

Student:

Partner:

Ahead of the Game Youth Mentoring Organization

Discipline:

Business

Sector:

Health and Related Sciences & Technology; Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

St. Francis Xavier University

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