Blue Door – 3 programmes: communication through craft and skills x 2; pathway through preparation interview skills
Building communication and interview skills among women's groups
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The project partners were
Blue Door
City of Dublin education and training board (CDETB)
About this project
This project aimed to build literacy and communication skills among women's groups in the Cherry Orchard estate.
The course combined craft work with literacy and helped learners gain confidence and new skills in a comfortable environment.
More about this project
The course was divided into short interactive courses:
Literacy through Crafts,
Preparing for Work, and
Speak Out Loud.
Tutors delivered in-person training through two six-week workshops and one four-week workshop.
The interactive courses used role-playing, presentations, and peer supports to help learners improve their literacy skills.
“I now have a better understanding of the job market and what employers are expecting from new employees. I have really enjoyed this training as it has given me the confidence to search for what I want.” - quote from a learner