Creating a thriving community by empowering persons with disabilities to become independent, capable & connected. Pre-Employment Transition Services.
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What We Do
Who We Are:
Marianas Disabled Workforce Industries (MDWI) is a non-profit organization on Guam and the Marianas that was established on September 22, 2022.
Why we started the organization:
We are passionate and inspired about our organization and our mission. As working board members of Special Olympics Guam, we’ve watched our athletes grow and the potential that each of them can contribute to society. Sports boosted their self-confidence and improved their mental health. This motivated our group to go beyond that and provide a lifetime of learning and development through the workforce. We want them to continue to grow and be role models for all people with disabilities. We want to guide and provide them the tools to succeed daily, focusing on their abilities, not their disabilities.
MISSION:
To provide training and work opportunities to Guam and throughout Micronesia underutilized workforce for individuals with disabilities to deliver excellent, mission-essential products and services to private companies, and Federal and Local Governments in employment opportunities.
VISION:
Be a trusted source of supply and services for private companies, and Federal and Local Governments while creating quality employment opportunities across all economic sectors for persons with disabilities on Guam and throughout Micronesia.
Capable
Services We Provide
Education, Training and Employment for the following occupation:
- Training & Education: Pre-ETS Program
- Office Administrative Services
- Marketing, Outreach & Public Relations
- Graphics & Production
- Event Management
- Logistics
- General Services
Board of Directors are EXPERTS in:
- Private Companies, Local and Federal Government Agencies
- Logistics
- Operations Management
- Service Connected
- Training and Education
- Office Administration
- Marketing, Public Relations, Event Management
Job Exploration Counseling
We guide students in exploring career options that align with their interests, skills, and goals.
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- Exploring Available Careers
- Reviewing Labor Market Information
- Completing interest/Aptitude Inventories
Post-Secondary Education Counseling
We offer insights into vocational training, college programs, and other educational opportunities that pave the way for employment.
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- Exploring available post-secondary options
- Reviewing the financial aid process
- Accessing accommodations on a post-secondary campus
- Understanding high school vs college academic expectations
Work-Based Learning Experiences
We provide hands-on opportunities such as internships, job shadowing, and volunteering to build real-world experience.
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- Completing Informational Interviews
- Completing work site tours to learn about necessary job skills
- Job shadowing in fields of interest
- Understanding roles and responsibilities in the workplace
Workplace Readiness Training
Students learn critical soft skills such as communication, teamwork, and time management to thrive in a work environment.
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- Developing social skills for employment
- Developing independent living skills for employment
- Understanding employer expectations
- Learning how to set goals for employment
- Learning how to communicate effectively
Self-Advocacy Training
We teach students how to advocate for themselves, including their rights and responsibilities in the workplace and how to request accommodations.
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- Self-advocacy skills
- Learning rights, responsibilities, and how to request accommodations
- Learning how to request support services
- Making independent life decisions
- Communicating needs
Education
MDWI is accredited with Source America Ability One.
We are also federally registered under System for Award Management (SAM).
Success
Board
President – Geraldine M. Leon Guerrero
Vice President – Francisco A. Florig
Secretary – Camilo L. Lorenzo
Treasurer – Marie M. Benito
Member – Paul D. Mendiola
Member – Laura Taisipic
Office
United Plaza 142 Seaton Boulevard, Suite 201
Hagåtña, Guam 96910