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Home / Programs/Become work ready

Become work ready

We offer workshops and courses from accredited providers and a range of resources to help young people prepare for work and build practical skills for their careers.

Check out what we offer below.

Youth employment toolkit

Find practical guides for applying and preparing for work.

Workplace rights and laws

Relevant workplace rights and laws that apply to young people.

Resources and support links

Links for young workers and job seekers

Footscray Community Leadership Program 2026

Find out about and apply to be part of the Footscray Community Leadership Program!
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We acknowledge that we are on the traditional lands of the Kulin Nation. We offer our respect to the Elders of these traditional lands, and through them to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples past, present and emerging.

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Phoenix Youth Hub
72 Buckley Street, Footscray 3011
Phone: (03) 9091 4700
Email: youth@maribyrnong.vic.gov.au

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