Education/Workforce Development Committee (Field Trip)
Date and Time
Thursday Aug 23, 2018
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM CDT
4th Thursday of each month
8:30 am - 9:30 am
Location
4423 Shadowdale Drive
Houston, TX 77041
Contact Information
Kevin Kalra , Montessori Preschool @ Copperfield 832-515-9155;
H. Gin Chong, Ph.D., FCCA, Prairie View A&M University-Northwest Houston Center 713.790.7283
Description
Topic: FIELD TRIP: Creating an Inclusive Workforce in Cy-Fair
DESCRIPTION:
Join the Education/Workforce Development Committee for a Field Trip to Shredding on the Go, a business aimed at changing the community’s perception of people with disabilities. The company, led by local entrepreneur James Parker, employs local youth with disabilities.
We will explore barriers facing young people with disabilities in Texas when seeking a job as well as how schools and policies can be improved to give all children an opportunity for work or self-employment. Our session will conclude with inspiring ideas for local businesses to engage constructively and support employing young people and adults with disabilities.
This meeting is off campus. Chamber members should meet at the Shredding on the Go office (4423 Shadowdale Drive, Houston, TX 77041) by 8:40 AM. We will conclude at 9:30 AM.