Vision & Values
Community Vision
Young people will have access to holistic services that assist them to reach their employment and life goals.
First Work Vision
First Work will be the go to organization for media, policy makers and youth employment deliverers.
Our Mission
First Work supports and advocates for a sustainable youth employment delivery network.
Our Values and Beliefs
- We believe that all youth should have the opportunity to reach their full potential.
- We believe that youth should have equitable access to services.
- We believe in the values associated with a community-based, nonprofit delivery model.
- We believe in honesty, fair play and integrity in all our dealings and value solutions reached through collaboration.
- We believe First Work is accountable to its members for the achievement of its mission and core functions.
- We value an active and influential membership.
- We value partnerships with other organizations and governments where they contribute to the achievement of our vision and mission.
- We believe in the value of knowledge transfer and evaluation so that our members, governments and community are well informed and our activities are evidence-based.



