The transition from education to the world of work has changed significantly for most young people in recent years. Social and economic changes have impacted the process, particularly for youth in small communities. Much career development research has identified the needs of urban youth; however, the needs of young people living in rural areas have largely been omitted. This qualitative study illuminated the work-life transitions of nine adults from a small, coastal community on northern Vancouver Island. Elicited through semi-structured interviews, a variety of living and work pathways were identified. Participants described supportive families, community involvement, passions for their surrounding environment, and positive future outlooks; in addition to struggling with frequent moving, economic hardship, and changes in employment and career aspirations. The results have important implications for research and policy regarding education and work planning.
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:uvic.ca/oai:dspace.library.uvic.ca:1828/3042 |
| Date | 13 September 2010 |
| Creators | Lawrence, Breanna Catherine |
| Contributors | Marshall, Elizabeth Anne |
| Source Sets | University of Victoria |
| Language | English, English |
| Detected Language | English |
| Type | Thesis |
| Rights | Available to the World Wide Web |
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