YES Workforce

🎄✨ Merry Christmas, Everyone! 🎅🎁

As the holiday magic fills the air, I want to take a moment to wish you and your loved ones peace, joy, and love this Christmas season. Let’s cherish the moments that matter most—time with family, laughter with friends, and the simple joys that make life beautiful.

Thank you for being part of my journey this year. Your support and connection mean more than words can say. Here's to a holiday filled with warmth and happiness! ❤️

Gratitude and Exciting News!

I’m thrilled to announce that I have entered into a partnership with Buffalo EOC to offer the Workshop (Mobile Device Basics) at their location.

I’m also excited to share that my AT&T Connected Learning Award has been extended through February 1st!

A special thank you to Dr. Deborah Thompson and her amazing team for stepping in to help facilitate the workshops, and to Ben Hilligas, Executive Director, for making this partnership a reality. It’s through these collaborations that we can truly tackle the digital literacy divide in our communities.

The workshops are open to the public and focus on what’s possible with your mobile phone. From accessing critical resources to staying connected, there’s so much to learn in just 60 minutes!

If you’re interested or know someone who could benefit, please call to reserve a spot—we’d love to see you there. .

Together, we’re building bridges across the digital divide and transforming opportunities for those who need it most.

Questions you can also reach me via email: [email protected]

YES Workforce is thrilled to invite you to our upcoming Cybersecurity Basics Workshop at the Frank Merriweather Library! Join us on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, from 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM for an hour packed with essential digital safety tips.

Details:
Location: Frank Merriweather Library, Library Lab
Time: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Date: November 19, 2024

Onsite Registration: Monday, November 16-18 from 12:00pm-2:00pm

This workshop is a fantastic opportunity for anyone looking to strengthen their cybersecurity knowledge. Led by an IT professional, Bernice Roby, we'll cover key cybersecurity basics and conclude with a Q&A session to tackle your advanced questions.

👥 Seats are limited! We currently have only 10 spots available, so please register in advance to secure your place. This event is open to everyone interested in enhancing their digital literacy skills.

Register now to ensure you don't miss out on this invaluable learning experience!
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Community Announcement & Status Update:

YES Workforce is excited to offer "FREE" Basic Digital Literacy Workshops throughout the community this November and December. While we're starting a bit later than originally planned due to finalizing locations, we are actively coordinating with various venues to ensure accessible workshops across the area. A complete schedule will be available for November through December 14.

There is no age requirement—everyone is welcome! Just register and stay updated by following us on Facebook for confirmed locations: https://www.facebook.com/yesworkforce2023 .

Stay tuned for more details!

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🚨 Free Digital Literacy Classes Coming to Your Community! 🚨

YES Workforce is excited to announce a FREE Digital Literacy Workshop Series from October 14th to December 14th! Whether you're new to technology or looking to sharpen your skills, these workshops are designed for you. More dates and locations coming!

🖥️ Workshops available for all 18+ including seniors?

Computer Basics (Windows 10)
Mobile Device Basics (iOS & Android)
Video Conferencing Basics
Email Basics
Internet Basics
Cybersecurity Basics

📅 Workshop Dates:

October 14 (Monday): 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM | 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
October 16 (Wednesday): 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
October 17 (Thursday): 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM | 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
October 19 (Saturday): 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
And More! (Check out full dates)

📍 Location:
The Exchange at Beverly Gray
334 E. Utica Street, Buffalo, NY

These workshops are open to everyone 18+, including seniors. 🧓👨‍💻👩‍💻

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to boost your digital skills! Seats are limited, so register early! ✍️

👉 Register Here: https://forms.gle/rmsbNcbfyTS6YXvL9
For any questions, email us at [email protected].

Let’s learn, grow, and connect—together! 💻✨

Here's what YES Workforce is doing now. Anyone interested, please register. Classes are open to anyone 18+. Furthermore, we are looking for community partners to help us engage the community in basic digital literacy skills through these workshops. Interested, reach out to me.

🎉 Join Us in Celebrating: Wins "AT&T Connected Learning Award!" 🎉

We're thrilled to announce that YES Workforce has been honored with the 4th Quarter AT&T Connected Learning Award! A huge thank you to DigitUnity for their support and recommendation. This is a great opportunity to enhance “digital literacy” in our community. These workshops are ideal for beginners wanting to learn and expand their personal technology knowledge.

Since we began our journey last year, our mission has been clear: to enhance community support through essential digital skills training. We believe that while many workforce programs teach a trade, they often overlook the fundamental tech skills needed in today's workplace. Thanks to this award, we can now bridge that gap with new workshops designed to boost confidence and competence in technology.

👩‍💻👨‍💻 Exciting Workshops Open to All (Ages 18+):
⏩ Computer Literacy Basics
⏩ Email Basics
⏩ Internet Basics
⏩ Video Conferencing Basics
⏩ Mobile Device Basics
⏩ Cybersecurity Basics

📅 Schedule: Classes available Monday to Thursday & Saturday at various times.

🖇 Sign Up Here: Registration Form Link: https://lnkd.in/gCQ2H8Hq (Advance registration required)

These in-person classes are designed for everyone, from complete beginners to those looking to refresh their skills. We're committed to small class sizes (minimum 10 people) to ensure everyone gets the most from their learning experience.

We're also reaching out to local organizations with computer labs who can host a workshop. This initiative supports not just the unemployed or workers looking to upskill, but also seniors in our community who wish to stay connected in our digital world.

For more information, please contact Deborah Porter at [email protected].

Please share this opportunity with employers and other workforce training programs. Let's make technology accessible to everyone!

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