Learner Stories

Edris, a Day in the Life

Edris talks about her journey from income assistance to having a job and how women’s empowerment programs supported her in learning about herself and feeling connected to her community.

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Dawn’s Story

I was aging out of the school system, so my husband’s social worker suggested I go to the Learning Exchange because they could help me get my GED. I went more than once to see what would work for me and that never seemed to matter. In 2019, I went back to WorkLinks because I got tired of living on the system. I took all nine workshops of the Soft Skills training. They also helped me find an internship with the United Way. 

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Wanda’s Story

Listen to Wanda talk about discovering her true potential through her participation in women’s empowerment programs.

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Trish’s Story

I did the Power Up program in 2015. I was just starting out on a journey to know what abilities I had.  It wasn’t easy but it was worth it.  Power Up definitely helped with my confidence and I met several people who would be part of my life in the days to come, helping me become the best person I can be. 

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