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'YourVoice' for Children and Young People in Doncaster
www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/schools/yourvoice-doncasterWelcome to ‘Your Voice’ Doncaster. This is the space for all children and young people in Doncaster to have their voices heard, get involved, find opportunities, access information and advice and keep up to date with news and services.
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YourVoice- Careers and Learning
www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/schools/careers-and-learningDo you know what you want to be? What career you want to do? Whose footsteps to follow? There are many options available to you as a young person for your future. The world is your oyster. But if you aren’t sure of the path you wish to follow here is some information to help.
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A-Z of courses and training
www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/work-jobs-training/a-z-of-courses-and-trainingA-Z of training courses run by the council. Follow the links to find out more about each course and where they take place.
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Jane: “I've used the internet to apply for jobs online”
www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/get-involved/margaret-learning-how-to-use-a-computer-and-the-internet-has-really-helped-broaden-my-horizonsJane is a volunteer with the Pioneer Social Enterprise Ltd, a local Doncaster group that provides unemployed adults with learning difficulties or life debilitating illnesses the opportunity to gain voluntary work experience to help them find paid employment.
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Margaret: “Learning how to use a computer and the internet has really helped broaden my horizons.”
www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/get-involved/margaret-learning-how-to-use-a-computer-and-the-internet-has-really-helped-broaden-my-horizons-5Margaret Groome is evidence that age is no barrier when it comes to learning new skills. Although in her 70s, the retired teacher from Doncaster is embracing the digital age. By pursuing her hobby and researching her family history online, Margaret has learnt skills that mean she is now a regular user of the internet.
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Jackie: “I love introducing people to the internet."
www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/get-involved/margaret-learning-how-to-use-a-computer-and-the-internet-has-really-helped-broaden-my-horizons-4Jackie is a Digital Friend at Woodlands Community Library and Hub. Digital Friends provide you with one-to-one support and assistance getting online. She explains why she enjoys introducing people to the internet and the difference it makes to their lives.
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Lewis: "I encourage residents to access council services online"
www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/get-involved/margaret-learning-how-to-use-a-computer-and-the-internet-has-really-helped-broaden-my-horizons-2As a busy Digital Friend in the Customer Services team in the One Stop Shop, Lewis supports customers who may not be confident using technology to access council services online.
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Events and Exhibitions at Cusworth Hall Museum and Park
www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/culture-leisure-tourism/what-s-on-at-cusworthCusworth Hall Museum and Park is the venue for a varied program of seasonal exhibitions, events and activities linked to the history of the Hall and Park.
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Keith “The online world really is your oyster.”
www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/get-involved/margaret-learning-how-to-use-a-computer-and-the-internet-has-really-helped-broaden-my-horizons-659 year old Keith McMillan from Carcroft had had no reason to use a computer. That was until he was encouraged by the Job Centre to learn some computer skills to help him find a job after being unemployed for a number of years due to ill health.
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Heritage Doncaster Education Service
www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/culture-leisure-tourism/doncaster-museums-education-serviceHeritage Doncaster's Museum Education Service provide learning opportunities and workshops at Doncaster Museum & Art Gallery and Cusworth Hall & Park. Children can immerse themselves in history and science with workshops on the Stone Age, Ancient Romans, Greeks & Egyptians. Archaeology, Chemistry, Toys, Homes, Seaside, Life in the past and more.