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WorkingWardrobes W TM1e POwe�at9 PeyCM1BCk City of Santa and Working Wardrobes Workshop/Wardrobe Proposal For the past 34 years, Working Wardrobes has proudly delivered comprehensive career development and job training services to over 125,000 men, women, young adults, and veterans. We understand the multiple barriers to employment that young adults face and we create an environment of dignity and respect that allows clients to become their best, most confident selves. We are prepared to work with clients and tailor our approach to best suit their needs to move them to the next level for their individual success. The goal of this proposal is for The City of Santa Ana and Working Wardrobes to form a collaboration that provides a holistic set of services for their clients. Working Wardrobes offers their expertise in providing workforce readiness skills and professional wardrobe services through our Select Service Program. Below describes program offerings that can be customized to best serve the needs of your program. 1. Workforce Readiness Workshops The workshops listed below are sample topics that can be presented at your location or Working Wardrobes Career Success Center. Each workshop is 1 hour 30 minutes (unless indicated otherwise) and includes all materials and a certified facilitator. Workshops can be bundled in a series or scheduled individually. Customized workshops are also available upon request Power of Your Image — (1hr - often paired with our Wardrobe experience) Students will learn how personal branding, including communication, physical appearance, and wardrobe choices, impacts how you are seen by future employers. Navigating Success in a New Workplace —Students will learn to develop 4 professional life skills to help them prepare and thrive in a new work environment. Workability -understanding and meeting expectations on the job; Adaptability -navigating success in the workplace; Respectability —thriving in a multi -generational workplace; Suitability— learning and fitting into the culture of the workplace. Harassment Prevention (1hr)— Students will be able to define and identify inappropriate behavior including discrimination and sexual harassment in the workplace. They will learn about situations as the recipient and how to avoid claims against you by establishing healthy boundaries and maintaining appropriate work relationships. You've Got Skills — Students will be able to identify natural and learned soft skills through a self - assessment activity. Ina group setting, students identify how these skills can translate into any future jobs. Your Resume and the Story of YOU! —Students will learn the core steps to writing a resume. By building on the skills, they have identified in day 1, they will focus on drafting a resume summary that serves as their 'elevator pitch'. Proposal — September 2024 Page 1