OXNARD — The Young Leaders Society will present the annual Youth Empowerment Summit from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Friday, May 10 at Oxnard College, 4000 So. Rose Ave., Oxnard.
The event provides high school juniors and seniors and community college students with career and life mentoring essentials to empower their success and transition into tomorrow’s workforce, the organization reported. By participating and meeting eligibility criteria, students receive an opportunity to be awarded scholarships to help further their education.
An expected 400 Ventura County youth will engage in workshops and career panels by professionals in various industries, including law, education, financial services, technology, and public service. Workshops will focus on applying to college, financial aid, and resume tips. The event will end with a resource fair for students to learn about educational and internship opportunities and community organizations that can help them achieve their goals.
“Each year has seen remarkable growth in student participation and we are proud and honored to host this event at Oxnard College for the fourth year,” said Jessie Hawkins, the Young Leaders Society’s Board Chair. “We have a fantastic range of career mentors willing to share their knowledge to inform, educate and inspire the next generation of promising young minds.”
Students who participate at the Summit and meet certain eligibility criteria can apply for a scholarship provided by United Way’s Young Leaders Society to further their educational goals. Last year, YLS awarded $10,000 in scholarships. A total of ten local students earned a $1,000 scholarship each. The scholarship fund is made possible by community sponsors. The United Way’s Young Leaders Society hopes to meet or exceed that goal this year.
Contact Laura Romano, community investment director, at laura.romano@vcunitedway.org or 805-485-6288, ext. 252 for more information.