The Liberal Government is committed to creating jobs and I was pleased today to launch Whitelion's 30 Jobs in 30 Days Campaign.
This initiative is about getting young Tasmanians into jobs and in the past five years Whitelion has placed 200 young people in jobs, with another 50 young people placed into post-school training.
Whitelion links business, government and the community to provide mentoring and employment programs to build a brighter future for young Tasmanians.
The Liberal Government is supporting this important work by providing $300,000 for a three year program to tackle our high youth unemployment rate.
Whitelion will also contribute $60,000 towards the Youth Employment Program, which aims to help 200 at-risk young people become job ready, find employment or re-engage in vocational education and training.
Whitelion will help these young people develop positive goals around education, training and employment. They will receive assistance and training in life skills such as building self-esteem and managing money.
The Government is proud to support this vital work and we would urge all businesses to consider if they can get involved to help deliver a better future for young Tasmanians.