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In response to healthy social distancing, we remain dedicated to being here for you!

Below are our online options to provide you with the information, resources, and skills for you.  Please explore these online options below!

 Webinar and Online Meeting Helpful Hints:

1.) The Phoenix Indian Center is currently using Zoom technology for online webinars and meetings. We are researching other online platforms and if we switch to another in the future, we will provide information here on our website for how to connect. 

2.) What device will you be using for the Webinar or Online Meeting? Please go through these steps well before the webinar or meeting

  • Attending using a mobile device (phone)? Be sure to download the Zoom app
  • Attending using a laptop or desktop computer? Create a FREE Zoom account at www.zoom.com

3.) Go to the link provided and provide any pre-information (if necessary) well before the start of the webinar or meeting

4.) Be sure to click on the link that will be provided and log into the webinar/online meeting a minimum of 5 – 10 minutes early. That gives you time to fix problems if needed. 

For questions or for more information, you can always call our office at 602-264-6768 or email us at info@phxindcenter.org. 

Workforce Development

Monday, August 10, 2020

 

9:00 AM – 12:00 PM           Resume and Cover Letter        Click here to register

Now is a perfect time to get your resume up to date or create one if you haven’t done so. We offer instruction in the construction of the one-page Combination Resume, the most effective format! In this session, we will introduce the purpose of a resume, how to sell yourself, tips and types of resumes, and how to create the resume. A cover letter will be developed to introduce your skills and your resume to the employer. We will also provide a format to list all your references.

 

Tuesday, August 11, 2020

 

9:00 AM – 10:30 AM        Informational Interviews          Click here to register

Want to really find out about a career field or job? The informational interview is a highly effective way of gaining insight into your career interests! Here you will learn what an informational interview is, how to conduct them, and how they can help you network to gain a job. Only 20% of open jobs are listed in online job search engines (indeed, monster, careerbuilder). Informational interviews can help you gain access to the 80% of jobs not advertised. This is a must workshop for those wanting to accelerate their job search.

1:00 PM – 3:00 PM        Job Search Strategies         Click here to register

Create a plan for your job search. In this session you will plan your job search, schedule your week to be more effective, develop your own “elevator speech” and learn how to effectively utilize your job search network through using internet and networking skills. You will learn to use the computer to investigate and become familiar with the different types of on-line job boards. In this workshop, you will also discover how to access the “hidden job market”. We’ll show you how to find jobs which are not online or in the newspaper. Job search engines only constitute 20% of the total jobs out there…we’ll show you how to find the hidden 80%! The more you know about job searching, the faster you will find employment!!

 

Wednesday, August 12, 2020

 

9:00 AM – 12:00 PM         Aceing the Interview        Click here to register

To get the job, you must “Ace the interview!” To get you ready, we cover every detail needed to prepare you for your interview. Let’s prepare for and have an effective interview! In this session, we will cover the interview process from beginning to end. We will address how to get ready for the interview, how to make a good first impression, recognize the various types of questions and utilize the STAR technique and a review of the 50 most common interviewing questions. We will also review questions for you to ask the interviewer (a crucial moment in your interview) and follow-up tips.

 

Thursday, August 13, 2020

 

9:00 AM – 10:00 AM          Customer Service        Click here to register

Your customer service skills can make you a valued employee!!! Today’s business’ have a completely different challenge from those in the past because customer expectations for service and value have increased dramatically. During this workshop you will learn the skills and communication strategies employers are looking for in a strong customer service focused employee.

1:00 PM – 3:00 PM          What Employers Want         Click here to register

Be that ideal employee that employers seek! Learn what employers seek in a potential employee and how you can demonstrate this knowledge, skills and abilities in your resume, interview and social media. We live in a right to work state where a person can be terminated for any reason. In learning what employers want from an employee, it helps avoid those areas that can lead to job termination.

 

Friday, August 14, 2020

 

1:00 PM – 3:00 PM          Job Tips for Ex-Offenders          Click here to register

Dealing with potential employers is never an easy task for individuals with criminal records. Overcoming obstacles to employment is part of the focus of this workshop. By removing perceived obstacles, you can learn to present yourself with a positive attitude and gain the confidence you need for success! The workshop will help individuals with background issues write a resume, complete a job application and interview with confidence. We also focus on the preparation of how you present the information concerning your background in the interview.

 

Monday, August 17, 2020

 

9:00 AM – 12:00 PM           Resume and Cover Letter        Click here to register

Now is a perfect time to get your resume up to date or create one if you haven’t done so. We offer instruction in the construction of the one-page Combination Resume, the most effective format! In this session, we will introduce the purpose of a resume, how to sell yourself, tips and types of resumes, and how to create the resume. A cover letter will be developed to introduce your skills and your resume to the employer. We will also provide a format to list all your references.

 

Tuesday, August 18, 2020

 

9:00 AM – 10:30 AM        Informational Interviews          Click here to register

Want to really find out about a career field or job? The informational interview is a highly effective way of gaining insight into your career interests! Here you will learn what an informational interview is, how to conduct them, and how they can help you network to gain a job. Only 20% of open jobs are listed in online job search engines (indeed, monster, careerbuilder). Informational interviews can help you gain access to the 80% of jobs not advertised. This is a must workshop for those wanting to accelerate their job search.

1:00 PM – 3:00 PM        Job Search Strategies         Click here to register

Create a plan for your job search. In this session you will plan your job search, schedule your week to be more effective, develop your own “elevator speech” and learn how to effectively utilize your job search network through using internet and networking skills. You will learn to use the computer to investigate and become familiar with the different types of on-line job boards. In this workshop, you will also discover how to access the “hidden job market”. We’ll show you how to find jobs which are not online or in the newspaper. Job search engines only constitute 20% of the total jobs out there…we’ll show you how to find the hidden 80%! The more you know about job searching, the faster you will find employment!!

 

Wednesday, August 19, 2020

 

9:00 AM – 12:00 PM         Aceing the Interview        Click here to register

To get the job, you must “Ace the interview!” To get you ready, we cover every detail needed to prepare you for your interview. Let’s prepare for and have an effective interview! In this session, we will cover the interview process from beginning to end. We will address how to get ready for the interview, how to make a good first impression, recognize the various types of questions and utilize the STAR technique and a review of the 50 most common interviewing questions. We will also review questions for you to ask the interviewer (a crucial moment in your interview) and follow-up tips.

 

Thursday, August 20, 2020

 

9:00 AM – 10:00 AM          Customer Service        Click here to register

Your customer service skills can make you a valued employee!!! Today’s business’ have a completely different challenge from those in the past because customer expectations for service and value have increased dramatically. During this workshop you will learn the skills and communication strategies employers are looking for in a strong customer service focused employee.

1:00 PM – 3:00 PM          What Employers Want         Click here to register

Be that ideal employee that employers seek! Learn what employers seek in a potential employee and how you can demonstrate this knowledge, skills and abilities in your resume, interview and social media. We live in a right to work state where a person can be terminated for any reason. In learning what employers want from an employee, it helps avoid those areas that can lead to job termination.

 

Friday, August 21, 2020

 

1:00 PM – 3:00 PM          Job Tips for Ex-Offenders          Click here to register

Dealing with potential employers is never an easy task for individuals with criminal records. Overcoming obstacles to employment is part of the focus of this workshop. By removing perceived obstacles, you can learn to present yourself with a positive attitude and gain the confidence you need for success! The workshop will help individuals with background issues write a resume, complete a job application and interview with confidence. We also focus on the preparation of how you present the information concerning your background in the interview.

 

Monday, August 24, 2020

 

9:00 AM – 12:00 PM           Resume and Cover Letter        Click here to register

Now is a perfect time to get your resume up to date or create one if you haven’t done so. We offer instruction in the construction of the one-page Combination Resume, the most effective format! In this session, we will introduce the purpose of a resume, how to sell yourself, tips and types of resumes, and how to create the resume. A cover letter will be developed to introduce your skills and your resume to the employer. We will also provide a format to list all your references.

 

Tuesday, August 25, 2020

 

9:00 AM – 10:30 AM        Informational Interviews          Click here to register

Want to really find out about a career field or job? The informational interview is a highly effective way of gaining insight into your career interests! Here you will learn what an informational interview is, how to conduct them, and how they can help you network to gain a job. Only 20% of open jobs are listed in online job search engines (indeed, monster, careerbuilder). Informational interviews can help you gain access to the 80% of jobs not advertised. This is a must workshop for those wanting to accelerate their job search.

1:00 PM – 3:00 PM        Job Search Strategies         Click here to register

Create a plan for your job search. In this session you will plan your job search, schedule your week to be more effective, develop your own “elevator speech” and learn how to effectively utilize your job search network through using internet and networking skills. You will learn to use the computer to investigate and become familiar with the different types of on-line job boards. In this workshop, you will also discover how to access the “hidden job market”. We’ll show you how to find jobs which are not online or in the newspaper. Job search engines only constitute 20% of the total jobs out there…we’ll show you how to find the hidden 80%! The more you know about job searching, the faster you will find employment!!

 

Wednesday, August 26, 2020

 

9:00 AM – 12:00 PM         Aceing the Interview        Click here to register

To get the job, you must “Ace the interview!” To get you ready, we cover every detail needed to prepare you for your interview. Let’s prepare for and have an effective interview! In this session, we will cover the interview process from beginning to end. We will address how to get ready for the interview, how to make a good first impression, recognize the various types of questions and utilize the STAR technique and a review of the 50 most common interviewing questions. We will also review questions for you to ask the interviewer (a crucial moment in your interview) and follow-up tips.

 

Thursday, August 27, 2020

 

9:00 AM – 10:00 AM          Customer Service        Click here to register

Your customer service skills can make you a valued employee!!! Today’s business’ have a completely different challenge from those in the past because customer expectations for service and value have increased dramatically. During this workshop you will learn the skills and communication strategies employers are looking for in a strong customer service focused employee.

1:00 PM – 3:00 PM          What Employers Want         Click here to register

Be that ideal employee that employers seek! Learn what employers seek in a potential employee and how you can demonstrate this knowledge, skills and abilities in your resume, interview and social media. We live in a right to work state where a person can be terminated for any reason. In learning what employers want from an employee, it helps avoid those areas that can lead to job termination.

 

Friday, August 28, 2020

 

1:00 PM – 3:00 PM          Job Tips for Ex-Offenders          Click here to register

Dealing with potential employers is never an easy task for individuals with criminal records. Overcoming obstacles to employment is part of the focus of this workshop. By removing perceived obstacles, you can learn to present yourself with a positive attitude and gain the confidence you need for success! The workshop will help individuals with background issues write a resume, complete a job application and interview with confidence. We also focus on the preparation of how you present the information concerning your background in the interview.

Prevention

Tuesday, August 11, 2020

 

5:00 PM – 6:30 PM        Living in 2 Worlds: Prevention Skills Virtual Workshop         Click here to register

Are you an American Indian Middle School Student? Join us Tuesdays and Thursdays from August 4 – August 25, 2020 for a fun and interactive virtual workshop where you will learn about how your American Indian culture and values can help you say “no” to conflicts that may occur from day to day.

 

Thursday, August 13, 2020

 

5:00 PM – 6:30 PM        Living in 2 Worlds: Prevention Skills Virtual Workshop         Click here to register

Are you an American Indian Middle School Student? Join us Tuesdays and Thursdays from August 4 – August 25, 2020 for a fun and interactive virtual workshop where you will learn about how your American Indian culture and values can help you say “no” to conflicts that may occur from day to day.

 

Tuesday, August 18, 2020

 

5:00 PM – 6:30 PM        Living in 2 Worlds: Prevention Skills Virtual Workshop         Click here to register

Are you an American Indian Middle School Student? Join us Tuesdays and Thursdays from August 4 – August 25, 2020 for a fun and interactive virtual workshop where you will learn about how your American Indian culture and values can help you say “no” to conflicts that may occur from day to day.

 

Wednesday, August 19, 2020

 

5:00 PM – 6:30 PM        Parenting in 2 Worlds      Click Here to register

Are you raising children aged 12-17? Then this workshop is for you. Together with other caregivers, you will learn how to effectively communicate with your child, how to instill traditions and values in this urban setting, and much more all while having fun!

 

Thursday, August 20, 2020

 

5:00 PM – 6:30 PM        Living in 2 Worlds: Prevention Skills Virtual Workshop         Click here to register

Are you an American Indian Middle School Student? Join us Tuesdays and Thursdays from August 4 – August 25, 2020 for a fun and interactive virtual workshop where you will learn about how your American Indian culture and values can help you say “no” to conflicts that may occur from day to day.

 

Tuesday, August 25, 2020

 

2:00 PM – 4:00 PM      UICAZ Monthly Meeting        Click here to register

Join us and be part of our coalition working toward creating positive partnerships within our community for our families and youth!

5:00 PM – 6:30 PM        Living in 2 Worlds: Prevention Skills Virtual Workshop         Click here to register

Are you an American Indian Middle School Student? Join us Tuesdays and Thursdays from August 4 – August 25, 2020 for a fun and interactive virtual workshop where you will learn about how your American Indian culture and values can help you say “no” to conflicts that may occur from day to day.

 

Wednesday, August 26, 2020

 

5:00 PM – 6:30 PM        Parenting in 2 Worlds      Click Here to register

Are you raising children aged 12-17? Then this workshop is for you. Together with other caregivers, you will learn how to effectively communicate with your child, how to instill traditions and values in this urban setting, and much more all while having fun!

 

Friday, August 28, 2020

 

10:00 AM – 11:30 AM     Question, Persuade, Refer – Suicide Prevention         Registration link coming soon

The signs of crisis are all around us! Come learn how to reduce suicidal behaviors and save lives by providing innovative, practical, and proven suicide prevention techniques.

 

Tuesday, September 1, 2020

 

5:00 PM – 6:30 PM        Living in 2 Worlds: Prevention Skills Virtual Workshop         Click here to register

Are you an American Indian Middle School Student? Join us Tuesdays and Thursdays from September 1 – September 22, 2020 for a fun and interactive virtual workshop where you will learn about how your American Indian culture and values can help you say “no” to conflicts that may occur from day to day.

 

Wednesday, September 2, 2020

 

5:00 PM – 6:30 PM        Parenting in 2 Worlds      Click Here to register

Are you raising children aged 12-17? Then this workshop is for you. Together with other caregivers, you will learn how to effectively communicate with your child, how to instill traditions and values in this urban setting, and much more all while having fun!

 

Thursday, September 3, 2020

 

5:00 PM – 6:30 PM        Living in 2 Worlds: Prevention Skills Virtual Workshop         Click here to register

Are you an American Indian Middle School Student? Join us Tuesdays and Thursdays from September 1 – September 22, 2020 for a fun and interactive virtual workshop where you will learn about how your American Indian culture and values can help you say “no” to conflicts that may occur from day to day.

 

Tuesday, September 8, 2020

 

5:00 PM – 6:30 PM        Living in 2 Worlds: Prevention Skills Virtual Workshop         Click here to register

Are you an American Indian Middle School Student? Join us Tuesdays and Thursdays from September 1 – September 22, 2020 for a fun and interactive virtual workshop where you will learn about how your American Indian culture and values can help you say “no” to conflicts that may occur from day to day.

 

Wednesday, September 9, 2020

 

5:00 PM – 6:30 PM        Parenting in 2 Worlds      Click Here to register

Are you raising children aged 12-17? Then this workshop is for you. Together with other caregivers, you will learn how to effectively communicate with your child, how to instill traditions and values in this urban setting, and much more all while having fun!

 

Thursday, September 10, 2020

 

5:00 PM – 6:30 PM        Living in 2 Worlds: Prevention Skills Virtual Workshop         Click here to register

Are you an American Indian Middle School Student? Join us Tuesdays and Thursdays from September 1 – September 22, 2020 for a fun and interactive virtual workshop where you will learn about how your American Indian culture and values can help you say “no” to conflicts that may occur from day to day.

 

Tuesday, September 15, 2020

 

5:00 PM – 6:30 PM        Living in 2 Worlds: Prevention Skills Virtual Workshop         Click here to register

Are you an American Indian Middle School Student? Join us Tuesdays and Thursdays from September 1 – September 22, 2020 for a fun and interactive virtual workshop where you will learn about how your American Indian culture and values can help you say “no” to conflicts that may occur from day to day.

 

Wednesday, September 16, 2020

 

5:00 PM – 6:30 PM        Parenting in 2 Worlds      Click Here to register

Are you raising children aged 12-17? Then this workshop is for you. Together with other caregivers, you will learn how to effectively communicate with your child, how to instill traditions and values in this urban setting, and much more all while having fun!

 

Thursday, September 17, 2020

 

5:00 PM – 6:30 PM        Living in 2 Worlds: Prevention Skills Virtual Workshop         Click here to register

Are you an American Indian Middle School Student? Join us Tuesdays and Thursdays from September 1 – September 22, 2020 for a fun and interactive virtual workshop where you will learn about how your American Indian culture and values can help you say “no” to conflicts that may occur from day to day.

 

Tuesday, September 22, 2020

5:00 PM – 6:30 PM        Living in 2 Worlds: Prevention Skills Virtual Workshop         Click here to register

Are you an American Indian Middle School Student? Join us Tuesdays and Thursdays from September 1 – September 22, 2020 for a fun and interactive virtual workshop where you will learn about how your American Indian culture and values can help you say “no” to conflicts that may occur from day to day.

 

Wednesday, September 23, 2020

 

5:00 PM – 6:30 PM        Parenting in 2 Worlds      Click Here to register

Are you raising children aged 12-17? Then this workshop is for you. Together with other caregivers, you will learn how to effectively communicate with your child, how to instill traditions and values in this urban setting, and much more all while having fun!

 

Wednesday, September 30, 2020

 

5:00 PM – 6:30 PM        Parenting in 2 Worlds      Click Here to register

Are you raising children aged 12-17? Then this workshop is for you. Together with other caregivers, you will learn how to effectively communicate with your child, how to instill traditions and values in this urban setting, and much more all while having fun!

 

*If a link does not appear, it will be added closer to the meeting date.

For more information please contact our prevention team at 602-264-6768.

Youth Development

Friday, August 7, 2020

Youth Council Application Deadline       Click here to download the application now

We are recruiting for the Future Inspired Native American Leaders Youth Council. Youth Council membership provides high school aged youth with opportunities for personal growth, leadership development, public speaking skills, community engagement and networking. We encourage you to complete the application today!

 

We are currently planning for upcoming online sessions for youth. Please check back regularly for information about our virtual events.

 

*If a link does not appear, it will be added closer to the meeting date.

For more information please contact our youth development team at youthprograms@phxindcenter.org or 602-264-6768.

Language & Culture

Saturday, August 8, 2020

 

10:00 AM – 11:30 AM        Intermediate Navajo Weaving        Click here to register

Have you taken the beginning Navajo Weaving course and want to take your skills a step further? Join our Intermediate Navajo Weaving virtual workshop. The intermediate session puts your skills to use utilizing traditional methods and is a continuation of weaving patterns and designs at the intermediate level. This virtual workshop is designed for participants ages 12 years old and up. Workshops will take place on Saturdays from July 25 – September 5, 2020.

 

10:00 AM – 11:30 AM        Ribbon Skirt Making        Click here to register

Join us for this fun and interactive introductory series on how to make a Native style Ribbon Skirt! An expert instructor will guide participants through a step-by-step process as they learn to create a ribbon skirt of their own. Participants must have access to a sewing machine. This virtual workshop is designed for participants ages 12 years old and up. Workshops will take place on Saturdays from August 1 – August 22, 2020.

 

Monday, August 10, 2020

 

10:00 AM – 11:30 AM       Beginning Navajo Weaving       Online session is full

Have you ever wanted to learn Navajo weaving? Our Beginning Navajo Weaving virtual workshop is perfect for you! This session is an introduction to Navajo weaving and will teach the importance of utilizing traditional methods, including warping a Navajo style loom. Participants will also receive an overview of basic weaving patterns and designs. This virtual workshop is designed for participants ages 12 years old and up. Workshops will take place on Mondays and Wednesdays from July 27 – September 9, 2020.

 

Wednesday, August 12, 2020

 

10:00 AM – 11:30 AM        Beginning Navajo Weaving      Online session is full

Have you ever wanted to learn Navajo weaving? Our Beginning Navajo Weaving virtual workshop is perfect for you! This session is an introduction to Navajo weaving and will teach the importance of utilizing traditional methods including warping a Navajo style loom. Participants will also receive an overview of basic weaving patterns and designs. This virtual workshop is designed for participants ages 12 years old and up. Workshops will take place on Mondays and Wednesdays from July 27 – September 9, 2020.

 

Saturday, August 15, 2020

 

10:00 AM – 11:30 AM        Intermediate Navajo Weaving        Click here to register

Have you taken the beginning Navajo Weaving course and want to take your skills a step further? Join our Intermediate Navajo Weaving virtual workshop. The intermediate session puts your skills to use utilizing traditional methods and is a continuation of weaving patterns and designs at the intermediate level. This virtual workshop is designed for participants ages 12 years old and up. Workshops will take place on Saturdays from July 25 – September 5, 2020.

 

10:00 AM – 11:30 AM        Ribbon Skirt Making        Click here to register

Join us for this fun and interactive introductory series on how to make a Native style Ribbon Skirt! An expert instructor will guide participants through a step-by-step process as they learn to create a ribbon skirt of their own. Participants must have access to a sewing machine. This virtual workshop is designed for participants ages 12 years old and up. Workshops will take place on Saturdays from August 1 – August 22, 2020.

 

Monday, August 17, 2020

 

10:00 AM – 11:30 AM       Beginning Navajo Weaving       Online session is full

Have you ever wanted to learn Navajo weaving? Our Beginning Navajo Weaving virtual workshop is perfect for you! This session is an introduction to Navajo weaving and will teach the importance of utilizing traditional methods, including warping a Navajo style loom. Participants will also receive an overview of basic weaving patterns and designs. This virtual workshop is designed for participants ages 12 years old and up. Workshops will take place on Mondays and Wednesdays from July 27 – September 9, 2020.

 

Wednesday, August 19, 2020

 

10:00 AM – 11:30 AM        Beginning Navajo Weaving      Online session is full

Have you ever wanted to learn Navajo weaving? Our Beginning Navajo Weaving virtual workshop is perfect for you! This session is an introduction to Navajo weaving and will teach the importance of utilizing traditional methods including warping a Navajo style loom. Participants will also receive an overview of basic weaving patterns and designs. This virtual workshop is designed for participants ages 12 years old and up. Workshops will take place on Mondays and Wednesdays from July 27 – September 9, 2020.

 

Saturday, August 22, 2020

 

10:00 AM – 11:30 AM        Intermediate Navajo Weaving        Click here to register

Have you taken the beginning Navajo Weaving course and want to take your skills a step further? Join our Intermediate Navajo Weaving virtual workshop. The intermediate session puts your skills to use utilizing traditional methods and is a continuation of weaving patterns and designs at the intermediate level. This virtual workshop is designed for participants ages 12 years old and up. Workshops will take place on Saturdays from July 25 – September 5, 2020.

 

10:00 AM – 11:30 AM        Ribbon Skirt Making        Click here to register

Join us for this fun and interactive introductory series on how to make a Native style Ribbon Skirt! An expert instructor will guide participants through a step-by-step process as they learn to create a ribbon skirt of their own. Participants must have access to a sewing machine. This virtual workshop is designed for participants ages 12 years old and up. Workshops will take place on Saturdays from August 1 – August 22, 2020.

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