Leap to Confidence is a 7 week personal leadership program that creates a safe supportive space for women to build the self-confidence to take charge of their lives. When women who are overcoming major life challenges are able to build self-esteem and confidence, their lives improve dramatically.
The goals of Leap to Confidence are to help women gain:
- Increased motivation and improved outlook on life
- Ability to present oneself better during job search and interviews
- Tools to deal with stress and difficulties
- Improved communication skills to articulate strengths and skills
- Opportunity to hear first-hand from local employers about their needs and suggestions on how to get hired
Women attend Leap to Confidence by being referred by a Case Manager, therapist or counselor from a community partner agency. Women must meet the following criteria to be referred to attend. The workshop is available at no cost to eligible women.
Questions about whether your client is ready? Please view our Readiness Checklist to Print - Use this to discuss the program with your client.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Your client:
- is motivated and has a desire to increase her self-esteem and self-confidence
- has shelter or housing
- is seeking education, employment or a better job
And, is actively working on overcoming ANY of the following barriers:
- domestic violence
- lack of permanent housing
- substance abuse
- mental health challenges
- poverty