CORAL SPRINGS, FLORIDA (JULY 26, 2024) – Several local teens and young adults with developmental disabilities and other barriers to employment are taking steps toward gainful employment. The City of Coral Springs is among several Broward County employers creating a more inclusive work environment and hosting paid summer internships for participants of Youth Links, part of Arc Broward’s continuum of services that provide transformative opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Funded primarily by the Children’s Services Council of Broward County, Youth Links is an experiential learning program for students ages 16 to 21 that addresses career development, social skills, life skills, self-determination, and advocacy through a combination of classroom and real-life settings during the school year. For more information about Arc Broward, visit arcbroward.com or call 954-746-9400.
CUTLINE: Four student interns take a break during their paid summer internships with the City of Coral Springs as part of the Arc Broward Youth Links program. Photo courtesy of the City of Coral Springs.
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About Arc Broward
Since 1956, Arc Broward has worked hand-in-hand with the community, changing how people with disabilities and other life challenges are embraced and included. This critical work ensures that people with disabilities, not only live, learn, work, and play in their communities, but more importantly, thrive. Arc Broward operates at nine locations and provides 21 programs throughout Broward County, Florida. Arc Broward’s two social enterprises — Arc Educates and Arc Culinary — are groundbreaking efforts to transform the community by providing opportunities for people with disabilities and other life challenges to realize their full potential. To learn more about Arc Broward, please visit arcbroward.com or call 954-746-9400. Follow along on social media @arcbroward.
