Workforce Development
Our workforce development programs starts with teens and continues through early adulthood and elders. We provide the critical support and resources our community needs to gain a job or move up in their career or current employment.
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Career Readiness Incubator
Hands-on leadership, advocacy, and professional skill-building opportunities for young adults.
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Career Workshops
One-on-one counseling with a certified Career Counseling coach.
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English in Action
Helping English learners through one-to-one conversational practice with local volunteers.
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Digital Literacy
Hands-on instruction helps elders master the digital skills they need to navigate everyday tasks.
Annual Shadow Day
Founded in 1994, Shadow Day has been a pillar of YWCA Berkeley/Oakland’s community services for over 30 years. It is an annual in-person event that occurs in the Spring and brings together community organizations, UC Berkeley departments, clubs, and students, as well as YWCA Staff and Program Members.