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Virtual PD Event Schedule

June 2025

Creating Safe Spaces: An Introduction to Trauma Informed Practices

Thursday, June 5th

10am-12pm

Are you prepared to support youth who may have experienced trauma? Do you know the signs to look for? During this session we’ll talk about what trauma is, identify some signs to identify whether a youth is going through a trauma, and discuss how to create safe spaces in your programs. We’ll also discuss some self-care strategies to ensure you take care of yourself.

Intended Audience: Required for All C2L Staff

CRAFTING EFFECTIVE LEARNING SERIES

Part 1: Project-based Learning

Are you prepared to engage and empower youth? Unlock the potential of project-based learning as a dynamic education tool within your program. In this training we will dive into the essence of project-based learning, exploring it's significance as one of the three types of learning methodologies. Leave equipped with the tools to implement PBL as you develop youth employability skills! Intended Audience: Leadership & Frontline Staff
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Part 2: Creating Driving Questions

We are ready to ignite curiosity and critical thinking! Dive deeper into the realm of project-based learning. In this training we will focus on drafting driving questions that spark inquiry and guide youth exploration. After leaving this session you will be able to understand the power of driving questions, craft driving questions with purpose, and integrate driving questions into your project-based learning C2L-PHL learning experience. Intended Audience: Leadership & Frontline Staff
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Part 3: The Service Learning Approach

First defined by the federal government in 1990, service learning is a type of activity that combines academics and community service. But what does that mean for C2LP? During this session we will define what service learning means for C2LP and discuss ways providers can integrate this approach into their programs.Intended Audience: Staff planning and facilitating Service-Learning activities.
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Part 4: Embedding 21st Century Skills in Service-Learning Projects

Nurture the next generation of changemakers! Join us, as we practice the facilitation skills needed to help youth practice 21st century skills through service-learning projects. Leave this virtual session with a plan to cultivate much needed 21st century skills. Join us to discover strategies and practical techniques to embed crucial soft skills, foster critical thinking, and through your service-learning projects! Intended Audience: Staff facilitating Service-Learning Activities
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Part 5: Planning Internships for Youth Success

Step into the world of opportunities! During this session we will dive into the world of internships and unveil the many benefits they hold for youth. By the end of this session, you will know how to prepare youth for internship opportunities through a seamless process.Intended Audience: Adults working directly or indirectly with youth participating in internship programs.
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Part 6: Expeditionary Learning for Career Preparedness in C2L Programs

Discover the keys to sparking youth passion for career development with our immersive training on Expeditionary Learning (EL)! This innovative approach emphasizes active, hands-on learning through real-world projects, fieldwork, and community involvement. Gain access to practical tools and strategies designed to guide youth in exploring and preparing for careers, while fostering essential skills such as critical thinking, collaboration, and character development. Engage in dynamic activities and projects that promote career success and personal growth. Transform your approach and make a lasting impact on the future of young people. Register now to join this transformative experience!

Intended Audience: Program and Activity Facilitators looking for ways to support youth learning and engagement in C2L-PHL programs
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PROGRAM SUPPORT TRAININGS

Rooted in Trust: Building Trust with Youth, Families, and Partners

Are you having trouble getting your C2L youth to trust you? Today we are going to focus on building trust in C2L programs. Think about the programs you lead and the youth you serve. How does trust influence your interactions and the level of engagement you get from your youth, their families and caregivers, as well as your partners. Today we’ll explore why trust is an important part of creating sustainable and impactful C2L experiences. We’ll delve into the “trifecta of trust” – the crucial connections we build with youth, their families and caregivers, and our partners.

Intended Audience: Provider Leadership & Frontline Staff

Date: Thursday, May 22nd

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Using the CLEAR Coaching Framework

Learn how to create a positive, supportive work environment by using the CLEAR Coaching Framework to empower the youth at your site. The CLEAR Coaching Framework provides a structured yet flexible approach to youth development that fosters confidence, accountability, and a sense of ownership in their personal and professional growth.

Intended Audience: Employers

Date: Thursday, May 15th

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Developmental Planning Series: Guiding Youth in Resume Building, Portfolio Creation, Networking, and Interview Skills

Join us for part 2 of the Development Planning Series where we’ll talk about resume building and networking. During the session you will be guided through steps that you can use with your C2L youth to help them develop their resume. We will also discuss the importance of networking and collaborate on developing activities to help youth practice their networking skills. At the end you will have ideas of how to implement these skill building activities into your C2L program.

Intended Audience: Provider Leadership & Frontline Staff

Date: Thursday, May 8th

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The Summer Workforce Landscape

As Summer approaches, providers play a critical role in ensuring that youth are engaged in meaningful and enriching opportunities. This session will prepare providers to enhance youth engagement, workforce readiness and program enrichment. Join us to explore best practices for recruitment, retention and skill-building while leveraging Philadelphia’s resources!

Intended Audience: Provider Leadership & Frontline Staff

Date: Thursday, April 24th

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Skill Development Planning Series: Career Advisement

Career dreams start with the right guidance! Join us to explore what makes career advisement effective, learn strategies for exposing youth to different career opportunities, and learn how to support youth in setting and achieving their career goals.

Intended Audience: Provider Frontline Staff

Date: Thursday, April 10th

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Youth Professional Development Principles (PDPs)

Are you ready to empower youth to reach their full potential? By designing professional development plans that align with their career aspirations and growth needs, you can get them on the right path. During this module you will review a comprehensive approach to assessing youth skillsets, setting their personal and professional goals, and crafting structured development plans that foster long-term success.

Intended Audience: Frontline Staff

Thursday, April 3, 2025

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Creating Meaningful C2L Experiences

Do you know how to get the most out of your experience as an employer in C2L? During this session we will explore the benefits of participating in C2L, help you develop strategies to develop and maintain partnerships as well as get you prepared to host youth at your site.

Intended Audience: Provider Frontline Staff

Thursday, March 27, 2025

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Closing Out Your C2L-PHL Program for the School Year

Are you ready for school year programming for C2L to come to a close? Do you know what steps you need to take to ensure a smooth transition from school year to summer? Join us as we review some strategies and tools to effectively and efficiently close out your C2L-PHL school year program.

Intended Audience: Provider Leadership & Frontline Staff

March 20, 2025

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Maintaining Industry Partners

Learn practical insights, strategies, and tools for cultivating and sustaining meaningful industry partnerships that can support your career-connected learning program. Participants will explore the significance of these partnerships, key practices for maintaining engagement, and effective communication strategies.

Intended Audience: Provider Leadership

March 13, 2025

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Implementing Feedback Using Data to Support Program Effectiveness

What do you do with the data that you collect for C2L- PHL programs? Join this training to gain insight into the most effective ways to implement the feedback collected through data. This heavily interactive presentation will prepare both providers and employers working within the C2L continuum to use the collected data to support program effectiveness.

Intended Audience: Provider Leadership & Frontline Staff

March 6, 2025

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The Power of Employability Skills: Elevating Career Connected Learning Experiences

Explore how cultivating key employability skills can transform young people’s career journeys, setting them up for success in an ever-evolving workforce. Gain an understanding of why employability skills are essential for youth to thrive in today’s job market, learn key employability skills that are crucial for success, and strategies for incorporating these key skills into your C2L-PHL programming.

Intended Audience: Provider Frontline Staff

February 20, 2025

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Driving Excellence: A Framework for Continuous Program Quality Improvement

Create a continuous program quality improvement plan for your C2L-PHL program. Learn about why such a plan is important and learn about the framework that you can use when implementing the plan. By the end of the session, you will identify an opportunity you can improve within your program.

Intended Audience: Provider Leadership

February 6, 2025

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Improving the Pipeline: What New Generations Need to be Successful in the Workplace

Gain an understanding of the characteristics of the newest generations to enter the workforce! Learn about Gen Z’s and Gen Alpha’s values, needs and workplace challenges so that you can apply strategies to harness their strengths and elevate your workplace culture.

Intended Audience: Employers and potential business partners looking to support C2L-PHL initiatives

January 23, 2025

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Building Bridges: Fostering Inclusive Youth Workforce Programs

Looking to include inclusivity in your program? Perhaps, inclusivity is evident in your program...Are you aware of your legal and ethical responsibilities as it pertains to the youth that you serve? Join us as we navigate methods to assess and enhance inclusivity in your program. Participants will be equipped with the knowledge of identifying the importance of inclusion in youth workforce development.

Intended Audience: New and Seasoned Providers

January 16, 2025

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Communicating with the Workforce of Tomorrow

Does it seem like you and your young workers are speaking a different language? Learn the importance of effective communication and key strategies that can help foster better communication at your workplace.Intended Audience: Employers or Business Partners who would like to support C2L-PHL programs and improve the workforce pipelineNovember 21, 2024Watch the Recording Here!

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Data Power Up: Strategies for Data Collection

Looking to collect data to inform your program but unsure of where to start? Join us as we explore diverse tools and several strategies for data collection. Walk away with an undeniable understanding of the impact of data collection tools to measure program effectiveness. Understand present barriers within youth employment and evaluate engagement within your youth workforce development program. Through practice with real world scenarios, enhance your data collection practices and leave with ideas to implement in your program.Intended Audience: Provider LeadershipNovember 14, 2024Watch the Recording Here!

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Career Exploration to Support Older Youth

Do you have older youth in your program and you aren’t quite sure how to best support them as they prepare to enter the workforce? We’ll walk through the various career pathways focusing on entering the workforce and entrepreneurship while sharing activities you can do to help prepare youth. Intended Audience: Staff and Leadership supporting older youth who may be close to entering the workforce November 7, 2024Watch the Recording Here!

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Supporting Executive Functioning Skills

Are you ready to empower youth with the skills that lead to success in both career and life? In this session, you will understand the critical role of executive functioning, including core skills like working memory, cognitive flexibility, and self-control. You’ll also learn strategies on how to integrate these skills into workplace settings and training programs, ensuring that your youth participants are prepared for real-world challenges for work and in their personal lives.Intended Audience: Provider staff planning and facilitating skill development activitiesOctober 31, 2024Watch the Recording Here!

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Utilizing Youth Experiences to Inform Program Planning

Looking to incorporate youth voice in your program design? Join us as we help you analyze your Hello Insight pre/post survey results and incorporate past youth experiences in the program planning phase to increase the impact of your program. Each participant will have a deeper understanding of how to assess evaluation metrics, interpret the results and strengthen the efficaciousness of your program. Intended Audience: New and seasoned providers October 24, 2024Watch the Recording Here!

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Can You Hear Me Now? Amplifying Transparent Communication

Are you ready to amplify your communication skills? Join us and master the art of transparent communication. In this session you will learn how to keep youth, families, caregivers, and employers engaged with consistent, clear messaging. We’ll share practical strategies, hands-on activities, and guide you in creating a powerful communication plan that resonates with your audience. Let’s make sure your message is heard loud and clear – every time. Intended Audience: Staff and Leadership supporting youth and employer facing communication.September 26, 2024Watch the Recording Here!

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Growing Relationships to Develop Lasting Partnerships

Are you interested in creating partnerships to better enhance the development of youth? As they say, “children are our future” and establishing a network of partners to assist the youth by providing experiences to help them achieve their goals will emerge a more progressive individual. In this training, participants will be able to identify perspective partners and be equipped with strategies to plant the seeds of partnership, remove the barriers to partnership and grow partnerships. Intended Audience: Providers looking to expand their professional network to better serve the participants of their worksites.September 19, 2024Watch the Recording Here!

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Applying Coaching Strategies

Unlock the potential of the next generation of leaders! As an employer, you’ll learn practical techniques for assessing skills and interests, setting SMART goals, and fostering a positive and supportive environment. Dive into how to build confidence, show empathy, and set clear expectations, to help young workers thrive in their professional journeys. Through interactive activities and real-world applications, you’ll walk away with the tools needed to guide youth towards career success.Intended Audience: Employers or trusted adults leading or facilitating coaching sessions with youth during C2L-PHL programming. September 12, 2024Watch the Recording Here!

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Establishing Developmental Relationships with Youth

Are you ready to learn how to build a strong foundation to youth success? Gain the knowledge of what developmental relationships are and why they are important for youth development. Through the Developmental Relationship Framework, learn how to intentionally develop strong, supportive relationships that empower youth to thrive and how to activate these relationships in your organization.Intended Audience: This workshop is for staff and leadership supporting youth career development.September 5, 2024Watch the Recording Here!

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Supporting a Diverse Workforce

Diversity means many things to different people. What does it mean to you and your workforce? Do you have a diverse workforce? During this training we will define what a diverse workforce is and provide practical strategies as well as implementation steps you can take to support a diverse workforce. Intended Audience: Employers or Business Partners currently supporting C2L-PHL programsAugust 29, 2024Watch the Recording Here!

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Partnering and Engaging with Families and Caregivers

Are you engaging families and caregivers with your program? Maybe you’ve had some challenges in the past and could use some ideas on how to move forward. Join this session as we discuss some of the challenges that may come up when trying to engage with families and caregivers. You can expect to leave this session with concrete examples of how to overcome them and build a better partnership. Intended Audience: Staff who are responsible for communicating with families and caregivers August 15, 2024Watch the Recording Here!

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Holding Youth Accountable

Holding youth accountable begins with you! In this training learn how you can help youth develop this essential skill through fostering accountability at your site. Intended Audience: Staff responsible for leading communications to youth and families and staff supporting skill development activities. July 30, 2024Watch the Recording Here!

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Transformative Career Connected Learning

Moving from wage to stipend-based activities

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to enhance your existing program, master the art of designing, implementing, and evaluating your stipend-based activities for career connected learning! Discover the power of shifting from a wage-based mindset to stipend-based. This training will equip you with the tools and strategies to inspire personal growth and long-term success for your youth participants. Intended Audience: New or seasoned staff facilitating stipend-based activities July 23, 2024Watch the Recording Here!

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