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All Departments Administration Corrections Development Services Facilities Management Human Resources Information Technology Library Services Management and Budget Services Natural Resources Management Neighborhood and Human Services Parks and Recreation Public Safety Public Works Veterans Services Waste ServicesEscambia County's Youth Employment Program participants were recognized for their hard work this summer during a ceremony Friday, July 17 at the Brownsville Community Center, located at 3200 W. De Soto St.
The Youth Employment Program gave 95 youth the opportunity to get paid work experience in various county departments, including Public Works, Public Safety, Escambia County Area Transit, West Florida Public Libraries and more.
"I think the most important investment is an investment in human capital," said District 3 Commissioner Lumon May. " It's about including the next generation of leaders, and that's what this program is about. We've had a great time this year, and I would like to thank all of our directors who made it possible for young people to come and work."
Through the program, youth worked up to 30 hours a week at minimum wage, gaining valuable experience all summer while learning workforce etiquette such as professional dress, timeliness and respect.
Youth Employment Program participants also received job readiness training and post-employment briefings, which provided them feedback about their job performance. The youth workers were recognized by District 3 Commissioner Lumon May, Senator Doug Broxson, Escambia County Administrator Janice Gilley and Neighborhood & Human Services staff during the ceremony.
In his closing remarks, Senator Broxson encouraged the youth workers to donate blood as a way to assist the community during the COVID-19 pandemic.
"You want the freedom to go to school, to go visit people, and to do what you want to do without restrictions," Senator Broxson said. "I am imploring you to go and give blood and sign a pledge to give blood. If we come together as a community, we can defeat this horrible virus."
Watch a video of the 2020 Summer Youth Employment ceremony here.
Information about future cycles of the Escambia County Youth Employment Program will be posted at myescambia.com/youthemployment and on the Escambia County Facebook page.
Summer 2020 Youth Employment Program participants.
Summer 2020 Youth Employment Program participants.
Summer 2020 Youth Employment Program participants.
District 3 Commissioner Lumon May addresses the 95 Summer 2020 Youth Employment Program participants.
District 3 Commissioner Lumon May and Senator Doug Broxson addresses the 95 Summer 2020 Youth Employment Program participants.
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