HIRE LA's Youth a Success

Councilmember LaBonge points out the benefits of Mayor Villaraigosa's HIRE LA's Youth program at culminating ceremonies this week.

Councilmember LaBonge joined Mayor Villaraigosa to announce the Mayor's call to action for non-profit, private and public organizations to hire Angeleno youth for summer work yielded 10,000 paid internships between July and August.
"Summer jobs are important. The experience of working cultivates an understanding of teamwork and develops leadership skills that are critical to success in life," Councilmember LaBonge said. "It also gives the kids a little bit of money to have some summer fun."
The LA Area Chamber of Commerce certified all HIRE LA's Youth to ensure companies received high-quality workers. The workers themselves received resume assistance, interview skills and job training.
Nearly 200 kids and summer employers attended the culmination event. The program was funded in part by the American Recovery & Reinvestment Act.
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