Youth Services

Young Workers' Resource Centre

Phone 07 834 7124 or 0211828710. 34 Harwood, Hamilton Central, Hamilton. www.ywrc.org.nz/about_us.htm

The Young Workers' Resource Centre (YWRC) is dedicated to achieving social justice in the workplace. Founded on 2nd September 1993, we are a non-profit organisation funded by the Waikato community to bring free support and advice to youth in the workforce. While our focus is primarily on those aged 15-25, we do not exclude those outside this range. We also offer a drop-in centre, referral service and a voice for youth in the political arena.

Our primary objective is to provide education, information and assistance to young people about workplace issues. Our vision is for young people to be empowered in the workplace in a way that enhances well-being, fosters understanding and creates positive change in workplace relationships. To achieve this, YWRC has a committee of 12 volunteers and two paid staff members.

We can offer expert advice and support on:

* Employment Agreements
* General Minimum Rights and Employment Legislation
* Sexual Harassment
* Discrimination
* Health and Safety
* Unions

YWRC also visits high schools, private training establishments and other community sites to provide some or all of the following: a range of workshops on employment rights and obligations; resources and additional information; and a referral service. We also deliver workshops on employment-related unit standards under NZQA. Our service area encompasses the greater Waikato, King Country, Bay of Plenty and Coromandel regions.