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Great Girls Trust

Great Girls partners with high schools in disadvantaged communities, offering grade 11 and 12 girls the chance to enrol in a two-month programme. Participants attend the modules (five modules over two months), work on homework and assignments between modules, and are mentored throughout by a Great Girls ambassador.

TOPICS INCLUDE:

How to create a strong CV
Interview technique
Basic labour law and introduction to the working environment
Employment DOs and DON’Ts
Workplace communication
How to identify appropriate jobs and apply for them
Personal grooming and appropriate workplace attire
Further education, how to apply for bursaries and tertiary study options
Basic budgeting
SPEAKERS INCLUDE:

Published authors
University lecturers
Career trainers and facilitators
Recruitment specialists
Motivational speakers
Communications specialist
Industry leaders