Our History:

Access was initially formed to administer community development programs during the War on Poverty of the late sixties, Access helped resettle thousands of refugees from Southeast Asia during the seventies. It was also one of the first non-profit organizations in San Diego County to operate workforce development programs under contracts with the Regional Employment and Training Consortium, the forerunner to the present San Diego Workforce Partnership. Since 1987, Access has been a major youth employment service provider, and since 1990 has worked extensively with current and former foster youth.

Our Standards of Service:

Standard 1: Attitude is everything; we try to create a good lasting impression

Standard 2: Thank somebody; we reward and recognize each other

Standard 3: Make words work; talk, listen, and learn

Standard 4: All for one, one for all; we practice teamwork

Standard 5: Make it better!

Standard 6: Think safe; be safe; practice safety at work

Standard 7: Appearance speaks; we show respect by good appearance

Standard 8: Keep in touch! We keep our clients informed

Standard 9: It’s a private matter; we practice confidentiality

Standard 10: Vive La Difference! We value diversity

Governance:

Access is governed by a Board of Directors consisting of volunteer members:

Chairperson, Janet Kaye

Vice Chairperson, Melanie Delgado

Secretary-Treasurer, Veronica Jarque

Director, Cynthia Schubert

Director, Tom Cunningham

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