Mai-Wel and Witmore are strengthening inclusive employment pathways in Singleton and the Hunter Region, creating more opportunities for participants to gain real work experience, build confidence and connect with their community.
Mai-Wel team members Tasha and Tegan were recently welcomed to Witmore’s Singleton site by Toni and Martin. The meeting brought together two community-minded organisations with a shared focus on participant-centred support, and a shared interest in how local collaboration can broaden pathways to employment.
Across the region, both organisations focus on helping participants develop job-ready skills and work toward meaningful employment outcomes.
In the Singleton area, local community networks also play an important role in creating positive opportunities for participants and strengthening connections throughout the Hunter.
Witmore’s participant-led social enterprises are a practical example of how real-world experience can be built into local pathways. Inclusive Eats, a catering initiative run by participants, supports hands-on experience in hospitality, customer service and teamwork while delivering real catering services.
The Riverside Kiosk on John Street in Singleton is also a welcoming community space run by participants who take pride in delivering great service and contributing to a positive customer experience.
Inclusive employment outcomes are strengthened when participants have access to clear role options, workplace experience and practical supports that match their goals. Mai-Wel delivers Inclusive Employment Australia in the region, supporting people with disability, injury or a health condition to prepare for work and connect with employment opportunities.
Local employers can also connect with Mai-Wel’s services to build their understanding of inclusive recruitment and workplace support, including practical steps that help set people up for ongoing success.
