Host an event in observance of Neighborhood Networks Week 2009 Do It for You Day

On Tuesday, August 4, Neighborhood Networks observes Do It for You Day as part of Neighborhood Networks Week 2009 (August 3-8). On Do It for You Day, centers are encouraged to showcase their programs and services that help residents achieve greater self-sufficiency, such as those programs that help residents get a job, advance in their current job, or further their education. In addition to workforce development and academic advancement programs, centers can also promote the programs and services that help residents overcome the obstacles to self-sufficiency, such as those programs that relate to childcare and transportation. Centers may also opt to host a special training to promote their programs, such as "Sell Yourself" résumé-building workshops, "Make a Good First Impression" dressing for success workshops, or "Art of Eloquence" interviewing techniques workshops.

The Neighborhood Networks Week Event Planning Guide offers a variety of event ideas and tips for planning a successful Do It for You Day event. A copy of the guide will be available soon to be downloaded from the Neighborhood Networks Web site, or you can request a copy by calling the Neighborhood Networks Information Center toll-free at (888) 312-2743. The hearing impaired may access the number via TTY by calling the Federal Information Relay Service at (800) 877-8339.