NewViewOklahoma's video: Keys To Work 2017

Tulsa, OK (July 11, 2017) - Teens who are blind and vision impaired are participating in NewView Oklahoma’s Keys to Work transition institute for two weeks in Tulsa, Oklahoma. While participating in the program, fifteen students will learn independent living and job-readiness skills while interacting with leaders from the Tulsa community. “The Keys to Work transition program was established to equip our students with job-readiness skills to lay a solid groundwork as they enter the professional world,” said Lauren Branch, president and CEO of NewView. “After graduating from our program, teens will be career ready and know how to advocate for themselves in a competitive job market.” Keys to Work provides hands on experience with the latest assistive technology, teaches resume building, interview skills and self-advocacy, and offers networking opportunities with professionals in the Tulsa market. Participants in program will also learn independent living skills including cooking, cleaning, organization and independent travel. Upon completing the program, youth have the skills and an individualized plan that will serve as a road map for future success. The Tulsa Keys to Work program runs Monday, July 10 to Friday, July 21 with a special graduation service and celebration Thursday, July 20 at 6:00 p.m. To learn more, visit http://www.newviewoklahoma.org/transition-program.