Ricci Gementiza, Author at CareerWise

Ricci Gementiza

Ricci Gementiza has been serving adult newcomers for the past decade both as an ESL instructor and current co-ordinator of the Manufacturing Production Worker Program (REDI), a joint initiative between the Manitoba Institute of Trades and Technology and Opportunities for Employment. He is passionate about dismantling systemic barriers that prevent under-represented jobseekers from achieving their life goals.

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In Manitoba’s REDI program, wrap-around supports help newcomers thrive

Ricci Gementiza3 years ago

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When Nadia*, a mother of seven, came to Canada as a refugee, she sought out supports through a language and employment skills training program to help ease her transition. However,...