UNTAPPED

Unlocking Potential. Empowering Possibility.

UNTAPPED is an innovative vocational program by LSG that supports individuals with diverseABILITIES in building job skills, finding meaningful employment, and achieving greater independence. We work with individuals, employers, and community partners to create inclusive pathways to work—because everyone deserves the opportunity to thrive.

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What We Do

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UNTAPPED is a person-centered, career-focused program serving individuals age 14 through adulthood. We provide hands-on training and guidance to prepare participants for real-world employment and long-term success.

Our services include:

  • Interest Inventories & Career Assessments
  • Employee Toolkits & Skills Labs
  • Resume Building & Interview Practice
  • Social Skills & Workplace Readiness Training
  • Job Placement & On-the-Job Coaching
  • Dual Mentorship (for Employees & Employers)
  • Financial Literacy & Planning
  • Access to PT/OT/SLP/ABA Services through LSG’s Clinic
  • Support for DVR and DDSD Participants

A Movement for Supporting Inclusive Career Opportunities

UNTAPPED isn’t just a program—it’s a movement to redefine what is possible. We’re addressing the gap between inclusive hiring goals and real-world representation by preparing both the workforce and the workplace. Individuals with diverseABILITIES are integrated into every stage of the process, and employers receive the tools they need to build a supportive, equitable environment.

Job Development & Job Coaching Services

Our team provides personalized support to help individuals explore careers, build job skills, and succeed in the workplace—offering everything from resume prep to on-the-job coaching and long-term follow-up.

Project SEARCH

Through our partnership with Project SEARCH, we offer job skills trainers in supporting immersive, real-world internship experiences for young adults with diverseABILITIES in competitive, integrated work environments. The current sites we support: Gallup McKinley Project Search and Farmington Project Search.

Pathways to Public Service in Partnership with the City of Albuquerque

This initiative introduces participants to meaningful career opportunities in government and public-sector roles in partnership with the City of Albuquerque — bridging skill-building with civic engagement and stable employment pathways.

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Employer Partnership & Support

We collaborate with businesses committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our services for employers include:

  • Customized Training Modules & Workshops
  • Monthly Progress Reports
  • Workplace Readiness Assessments
  • Onboarding & Retention Coaching
  • Long-Term Mentorship & Support
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Successful Job Placements

Get Involved

Whether you're a job seeker, family member, employer, or community partner—there’s a role for you in the UNTAPPED network. Join us in building a stronger, more inclusive future.

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