Press Release
Marriott and Allara Learning launch program for indigenous & disadvantaged youth in hospitality
Marriott International and Allara Learning announce the introduction of a new program to give Indigenous & disadvantaged youth the opportunity to launch a career in the hospitality industry
Sydney, NSW: Allara Learning is delighted to announce the launch of the new Journey to Success program in partnership with global industry leader, Marriott International.
Through the Journey to Success program, the objective of both Allara Learning and Marriott International is to help Indigenous and disadvantaged youth by providing skills training, employment opportunities and long-term careers in the hospitality industry.
Trainers and mentors from Allara Learning and Marriott International will help to build participants’ skills, confidence and resilience. The program will include a blend of practical skills training and on-site work experience. Training will focus on customer service, teamwork, conflict handling, and safety and hygiene.
The first program will kick-off in August 2019. Marriott International hotels participating in the inaugural program include: Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel at Circular Quay, Courtyard by Marriott Sydney-North Ryde, Pier One Sydney Harbour, Autograph Collection, Four Points by Sheraton Sydney, Central Park and Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park.
Successful participants will be offered job opportunities with Marriott International and continue with their training towards gaining a SIT30616 Certificate III in Hospitality.
Andrew Lewis, CEO of Allara Learning said:
“We are excited to be a part of this wonderful initiative. Marriott International is a global industry leader and the Journey to Success program has the potential to offer participants incredible opportunities and affect real change in their lives.”
About Marriott International
Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) is based in Bethesda, Maryland, USA, and encompasses a portfolio of more than 7,000 properties under 30 leading brands spanning 131 countries and territories. Marriott operates and franchises hotels and licenses vacation ownership resorts all around the world. The company now offers one travel program, Marriott Bonvoy™, replacing Marriott Rewards®, The Ritz-Carlton Rewards®, and Starwood Preferred Guest®(SPG). For more information, please visit our website at www.marriott.com, and for the latest company news, visit www.marriottnewscenter.com. In addition, connect with us on Facebook and @MarriottIntl on Twitter and Instagram.