The theme of YETP this year is "My Future‧My Way", advocating that young people should always get themselves prepared for opportunities, be confident and firm in striving for a bright future through relentless efforts for advancement.

Youth Employment and Training Programme (YETP) will further enhance and integrate into a "through-train" programme in the new programme year. The Programme will provide a platform of diversified training and job search with comprehensive pre-employment and on-the-job training opportunities. Moreover, YETP 2009/10 accepts enrolment application year-round.

YETP assisted thousands and thousands of young people to unleash their potential to build up career development and contribute to the society every year. To showcase the improvements of trainees after joining YETP as well as to commend the caring efforts of training bodies and employers, Labour Department organised "the Most Improved Trainees(MITs) Awards of YETP 2009". "The MITs Award Ceremony of YETP 2009" was held on the 13th Aug 2009, officiated by Mr Matthew CHEUNG Kin-chung, GBS, JP, Secretary for Labour and Welfare and Mrs Cherry TSE LING Kit-ching, JP, Commissioner for Labour.

The striving stories of the 10 awardees provide the best encouragement to their peers and encourage young people to pursue their career goals relentlessly.

Apart from the 10 awardees, two outstanding trainees selected from the nominations of our recently launched activity "Assembly CALL for YETP" (優秀學員大募集) are invited to share their career and personal development during the Ceremony.

Let's share the training and working experience of the MITs and outstanding trainees!

Upon completion of F.5, Fiffy joined the Tailor-Made Training Project "Clubhouse Assistant Training Project" and began working at the clubhouse at Park Island. Initially, she was a bit shy and passive but soon she made impressive progress. Fiffy assisted in organising club house activities and once acted as master of ceremony. Her good work ethic and eagerness to learn are appreciated by her employer and estate residents.

Wei Wei came to Hong Kong from the Mainland about a year ago. At first she lacked confidence because of language problem. However, she became more determined and did her best to communicate with trainees and teachers after joining YPTP. During the Workplace Attachment Training, her good work attitude and unyielding efforts gained credit from her supervisor and she was offered the job opportunity after the completion of the attachment training.

Having completed the "Sales and Stall Assistant Training Project", Tsz Chung began his career path in the Ocean Park. He is a responsible and diligent person. He is also an active volunteer in community services. A certificate has been awarded to Tsz Chung in recognition of his contribution in voluntary work by the Social Welfare Department.

Before joining YETP, Ivy did not have any plan for future and did not know how to get along with people. Her participation in YETP has helped boost up her motivation and self-confidence. Her friendly attitude and good performance are highly praised by her supervisors.

Yu Hin had fairly good results in HKCEE, but could not continue his study because of financial consideration. At first, he found it extremely hard to adapt his mindset about employment and life pattern to the working world. Yu Hin then joined YPTP and became more openhearted and positive with targeted career goal. His humble learning and responsible attitudes have won the recognition of supervisors and colleagues.

Jessica joined the Hong Kong Sheng Kung Hui Welfare Council as a Programme Officer through the "Action S4" Project. She is now responsible mainly for office reception duties. Jessica has proved herself to be a competent person with all-rounded skills despite of the constraint on educational attainment.

Jason joined the "Airport Ambassador Programme" after graduated from Form 7. Very soon, he was awarded as "Ambassador of the Month" in September 2008 subsequent to outstanding performance. Jason became an Airport Ambassador Leader after completion of on-the-job training as Airport Ambassador. He was further awarded the "Ambassador of the Month" twice thereafter. He is most appreciated of his good working attitude and leadership.

With the assistance of the Case Manager, Sau Fan got her current job in the Oasis Nursing Home. Working as a Rehabilitation Assistant, she learns to be respectful and caring to the elderly patients. She is praised for her patience and willingness to learn. With sustainable training, Sau Fan wishes to have further development in the nursing industry.

Sally is delighted to have the opportunity to work in a large corporation through YETP after Form 5 graduation. She is always keen in acquiring skills at work and learning from her colleagues. She is now among the top sales in her section. Colleagues and supervisors highly commend her effort and performance. She was engaged by the company as an associate sales assistant in December 2008.

Kei Tsz joined the pre-employment training of the "Aircraft Maintenance Craftsman Trainee Project" under YETP. Upon completion of the training, he succeeded in taking up the post of Aircraft Maintenance Craftsman Trainee. Now he is devoted to his career goal - to become an aviation engineer.

Endy joined YPTP in January 2006. He was subsequently employed by Pokka Café as catering assistant under a 6-month on-the-job training after taking part in a tailor-made training project under YETP. He is now a Senior Waiter and assists in supervising the daily operation of the bar and in training new recruits. Endy was one of the winners of "the Most Improved Trainees Awards of YETP 2007".

Winky joined YPTP in August 2005. After participating in the Workplace Attachment Training of YPTP and the on-the-job training of YWETS, she was engaged by Prudential Hotel as a Room Attendant. In 2007, she was among the 10 awardees of the "Certificate of Merit" selected by the Hong Kong Hotels Association. She was also awarded the Employee of the Year by the hotel in 2007.

Wishing all the MIT awardees every success in their future endeavours.