Welcome to

ADaPT for Black Youth

Welcome to the Advanced Digital and Professional Training (ADaPT) Program, a new initiative aimed at supporting Black Youth in developing skills they need and securing work opportunities. The program is for Black youth in high school, college, university or recent graduates, aged 15 to 29 in the Greater Toronto Area, Thunder Bay, Windsor and Kingston.

The program is available online with self study, experienced industry instructors as well as all the supports you will need to succeed. Participants will also be eligible for employment and internship opportunities to apply their skills.

Register Now to take advantage of this
opportunity to jumpstart your career!

About

Build your In-demand Digital
and Professional Skills

By joining the ADaPT for Black Youth Program, you will have the opportunity to: Build in-demand digital and professional skills, Secure paid job placements in diverse, Small and Medium Enterprises, Receive personalized job coaching and support, Join a community of like-minded black youth committed to building successful careers.

ADaPT Journey

The Program is for Black Youth in high school, college, university, or recent graduates, aged 15 to 29 in the Greater Toronto Area, Thunder Bay, Windsor, and Kingston

Click on the registration link at the top right corner and complete the registration form. Once you complete the registration form you will receive an email informing you of dates for the upcoming cohort along with other important information

ADaPT training is covered in 20 hrs of synchronous training along with 10 hrs of asynchronous modules. The sessions range between 2-4 hours weekly for a period of up to 5 weeks. To complete the ADaPT training you will need to attend 80% of all the sessions and complete 80% of all the asynchronous training modules

The Program provides you with numerous supports to assist you with job search, resume development, and interview preparation

The Program provides several highly qualified, dedicated mentors to support you on your personal and professional journey

Complete a minimum of 280 hours of paid employment to benefit from the work-integrated learning opportunities the Program provides

Job Placements

Secure paid job placements

The ADaPT for Black Youth program offers opportunities to secure paid job placements to program participants. Our goal is to help program participants secure employment in diverse businesses. The job placements will be tailored to each participant's skills and interests, with the goal of providing them with valuable work experience and building their professional network.

Curriculum

Training in key digital and professional
skills led by industry experts

Professional Skills

Project Management

Project Management skills will help you plan and execute your goals to make the most of your time and efforts professionally and personally

Personal Branding

Personal Branding is a journey of exploring your unique self and voice. It teaches you how to amplify your voice and expand your online presence by utilizing the power of social media.

Business Writing

Business writing focuses on developing persuasive techniques and reader-friendly composition. You will investigate how to tailor your content to specific audiences. You will be provided with the tools needed to create well-planned and executed documents through an investigation of the best practices of business communication.

Time Management

Time Management skills will help you plan and execute your goals to make the most of your time and efforts professionally and personally.

Digital Skills

Search Engine Optimization

You will learn the principles of SEO to analyze competitors’ campaigns, through data analysis, basic SEO strategies, research, and branding.

Google Analytics

You will learn the basics of Google Analytics, optimizing keyword use, using content marketing to your advantage, and how to organize a strategic SEO campaign.

Quantitative methods with Excel

You will learn how to conduct basic data cleaning, aggregation, analysis, and visualization using Excel. You will learn to present data-driven insights to key stakeholders using data visualization and tell compelling stories with data.

Cybersecurity

You will delve into the fascinating world of cybersecurity and explore its importance, trends, career opportunities, and educational pathways

Supports

Access valuable resources and tools to help you achieve your career goals

ADaPT for Black Youth offers a wide range of resources to support you through the program. You will have access to career coaching, interview training, resume reviews, mentorship and much more.

Join US to support our ADaPTers!

You can be an instructor, mentor or employer

Nadine Spencer

President & CEO, Black Business and Professional Association

Kareem Perez

Digital Thought Leader and Founder of The Tech Effect

Mohamed Elmi

Executive Director of the Diversity Institute

Sylvia Orrico

Professor, Business Department of Centennial College

Saifur Rahman

Professor and Program Coordinator, School of Management, George Brown College.

Edmund Sofo

Partnership Development Manager, Diversity Institute

Bryan Duarte

Co-Founder and the Managing Partner at BlackTech Capital (“BTC”) and the Founder & CEO of Enliten

Uchechi Ezurike-Bosse

Business & Lifestyle Strategist/Founder, My Empowered Living

Danielle Spencer

Vice President of BrandEQ Group

Chinenye Akpunonu

Senior Business Analyst Thomson Reuters

Helen Tewolde

Director of the University of Toronto’s Access Programs Support Office

PepperBrooks

Creative Marketing Strategist

Jumpstart your career!

Register now to take advantage of this opportunity. The registration form is easy to complete and takes only a few minutes. Once you submit your registration form, our team will contact you with more information about the program and the next steps.

Join us in the ADaPT for Black Youth Program

Youth Trained

Hours of online learning

Hours of asynchronous learning

280-

Hours of placement experience

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Testimonials

I absolutely love the fact that people were able to catch up on the course and that it was open to everyone at any time. I love that there wasn’t discrimination or hate toward any of us. Instead we were being encouraged to learn, we were taught skills that will help us in any field of study, work we choose. We were taught lasting skills, skills to make us stand out in the crowd. I love what AdaPt is doing for the youth community.

Are you a Black youth aged 15 to 29 in the Greater Toronto Area?

Join the ADaPT Program

Our Partners

Work With Us

ADaPT for Black Youth is made possible through the collaboration of several partners committed to building a diverse workforce by providing Black youth with the skills, resources, and support they need to succeed in today’s digital economy.

Join Us as a Mentor in the ADAPT for Black Youth Program and Make a Difference!

Are you passionate about empowering the next generation of Black youth and making a positive impact in their lives?

The Advanced Digital and Professional Training Program (ADAPT) for Black Youth is a new initiative aimed at supporting Black Youth in developing skills they need to secure work opportunities.

What We're Looking For:

We are seeking mentors who are experienced professionals in their respective fields and are committed to uplifting the next generation of Black youth. Your cultural background and shared experiences will help create a relatable and understanding mentor-mentee relationship.

Join Us in Empowering Change:

By becoming a mentor in the ADAPT for Black Youth Mentorship Program, you will be contributing to the development of future leaders and change-makers in our community. Your guidance and support will help these young individuals overcome barriers and achieve their goals, instilling in them a sense of pride, resilience, and determination.

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Ready to hire an ADaPTer?

Access up to $7000 in wage subsidy by hiring an ADaPTer!

ADaPT of Black Youth is a transformative initiative that provides Black youth with the necessary skills and opportunities to thrive in the modern workforce. These talented individuals receive comprehensive digital training, mentorship, and support through our program, preparing them to make meaningful contributions to various industries.

One of our program’s key aspects is connecting our digitally trained young Black talent with businesses like you, while accessing up to $7,000 in subsidy in the process. This subsidy is a testament to our commitment to supporting the youth and the growth of Black-owned businesses.

Interested? Email us at

adaptbyap@torontomu.ca

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