A milestone moment for the Homeward Bound program in Dryden.
The first class has graduated and now participants are moving on to college programs.
Program Manager Shana Hansson says they are now accepting applications for the second intake.
Hansson outlines the eligibility criteria:
Single Indigenous mothers must have at least one child under the age of 17 living with them and speak fluent English.
You must have a high school diploma, or equivalent, or be able to pass the Mature Student Assessment through the college.
You need to be unemployed or underemployed and be able to enter college level academics within six to eight months.
Hansson says the initiative provides assistance with child care, housing, life skills training, computer skills and academic upgrading.
She stresses participants will then receive internships, with the ultimate goal of obtaining a full-time job.
To register contact 223-4180 or email homeward@dnfconline.org
