WHO WE ARE
Georgia Center for Opportunity is independent and non-partisan. We are dedicated to increasing opportunities for a quality education, fulfilling work, and a healthy family life for all Georgians.
“I think GCO is most effective at identifying barriers to opportunity and developing both public policy and community-based solutions to those barriers.”
Steve ButlerDonor
“The Smart Steps class was the beginning of our journey and exposure to helping families and couples.”
Joyce AuldHealthy Families Initiative participant and mentor
“GCO’s research on Parental Accountability Courts made the case for their effectiveness and helped pave the way for their growth in the state.”
Brian AmeroHenry County Superior Court Judge
“It’s an honor and a privilege to be working with a group of people who all share a passion and a vision for improving conditions for those in need.”
Eric CochlingExecutive Vice President & General Counsel, GCO
FEATURED STORIES
The Value of Sung and Unsung Heroes
As we celebrate, Black History Month, I’m reminded of the 1993 song written by Mariah Carey and Walter Afanasieff entitled “Hero”. The words to the chorus went like this: “And then a hero comes along With the strength to carry on And you cast your fears aside And you...
You Don’t Have To Be African American In Order To Appreciate Black History Month!
As I reflect on Black History Month, I remember when I first started working at the Georgia Center for Opportunity (GCO). Randy Hicks, GCO President and CEO, and I entered into a discussion about African American families. In reality, it should be called more of an...
Recognizing Black History Month Is About Recalling Where We Came From
Seeing Black History Month through the eyes of 114-year-old Gertrude Baines To celebrate Black History Month, let me take you back to November 2008. The morning of the election—an election that would make history with the victory of Barack Obama, first...
EVENTS
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We agree with @BuzzBrockway. We couldn't have said it any better. We applaud the Georgia Justice Project for the work they're doing to give people a #secondchance.
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GCO ON TWITTER
"I believe in second chances because I believe everybody deserves the opportunity to recover from mistakes that they may have made in the past."
- Buzz Brockway, @GAOpportunity
Learn more at http://www.SecondChanceGeorgia.org
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Many of us have special people who have influenced our lives and helped us take hold of the opportunities in life that come our way. Today, we learn about @KatherineGreene's unsung hero. We'd love to hear about yours.
https://georgiaopportunity.org/the-value-of-sung-and-unsung-heroes/
#blackhistorymonth #blackhistory #blackwomen #blacklove #blackmen #black #blackgirlmagic #history #blackhistoryfacts #blackisbeautiful #africanamerican #blackpride #africanamericanhistory #knowledge #GCO
#makingGAgreat #makinggeorgiagreat #Breakthrough #successsequence
Let your imagination go wild in the pages of a book. Set aside time on a nightly or weekly basis to read as a family and build #strongfamilyties. What are some of your favorite books to read as a family?
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We continue to strive to create opportunities for ALL Georgians to flourish.
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#makingGAgreat #makinggeorgiagreat #Breakthrough #successsequence
@pcarpchurch hosted a group of couples last week to work on strengthening their marriages, plus it gave the couples the opportunity to meet other couples.
For more information about other workshops in the area: https://georgiaopportunity.org/initiatives/hfi/
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Be our #Valentine tomorrow?
Learn more about #MarriageWeek:
https://georgiaopportunity.org/marriage-week-2020/
#HFI #HealthyFamily #family #familyiseveryything #myfamily #helpfulhints #community #hfiworkshops #hfipartners #successsequence #marriageweek #marriage #HFI #healthyfamilies #successsequence #partners #powercouple #relationships #wedding #weddingday #newlyweds #bride #groom #realtionshipgoals #blendedfamily #love #loveconquersall
We continue to learn from the past and strive to create a world where all people have the opportunities to flourish.
#blackhistorymonth #blackhistory #blackwomen #blacklove #blackmen #black #blackgirlmagic #history #blackhistoryfacts #blackisbeautiful #africanamerican #blackpride #africanamericanhistory #knowledge #GCO
#makingGAgreat #makinggeorgiagreat #Breakthrough #successsequence
It's #MarriageWeek so what better way to kickoff the week than to talk about love and commitment. What are the ways you serve your spouse?
https://georgiaopportunity.org/marriage-week-2020/
To view the full video: https://youtu.be/JHS62ZB7B8I
#HFI #HealthyFamily #family #familyiseveryything #myfamily #helpfulhints #community #hfiworkshops #hfipartners #successsequence #marriageweek #marriage #HFI #healthyfamilies #successsequence #partners #powercouple #relationships #wedding #weddingday #newlyweds #bride #groom #realtionshipgoals #blendedfamily #love #loveconquersall #gotyourback
Families at #LilburnMiddleSchool gathered together to learn ways to better communicate as a family, and gain resources for strengthening their #family unit. The room was packed!
#strongfamiiesforlife #GCO
#makingGAgreat
#makinggeorgiagreat
#Breakthrough
#successsequence #HFI #HealthyFamily #familyiseveryything #myfamily #helpfulhints #community #parenting #parents #hfidadtips #hfiworkshops #hfipartners
The winters can be cold and long, but warm up together as a family over supper. Families that eat together, stay together and build #strongfamilyties.
#HFI #HealthyFamily #tipsandtricks #freetips #family #familyiseveryything #myfamily #helpfulhints #community #parenting #parents #hfidadtips #hfiworkshops #hfipartners #successsequence
This month we honor the Black-Americans who have helped shape our Nation into the land of the free. We hope you enjoy the small selection of leaders we are sharing, along with their wisdom regarding life, liberty, humanity, and opportunities.
https://georgiaopportunity.org/recognizing-black-history-month-is-about-recalling-where-we-came-from/
It's week four of #ThrivingTogether, and this week need your thoughts about healing brokenness within #marriage. Tonia and Scott Brown have some great tips for keeping communication open, and not negating positive actions. Tell us what you think below.
For more information on #MarriageWeek and Thriving Together visit: https://georgiaopportunity.org/marriage-week-2020/
To see the full video visit: https://youtu.be/reoK7yLYh4A
#HFI #HealthyFamily #tipsandtricks #freetips #family #familyiseveryything #myfamily #community #hfipartners #successsequence #marriageweek #marriage #HFI #healthyfamilies #successsequence #partners #powercouple #relationships #wedding #weddingday #newlyweds #bride #groom #realtionshipgoals #blendedfamily #love #loveconquersall
It's the time of the week for us to get interactive! We want to hear your best tips for a successful, strong marriage in the comments. In the video attached, we get a couple of tips for overcoming stressors in marriage. What are yours?
To watch the full video visit: https://youtu.be/FqHIU_GFu-Y
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January is often the coldest month of the year, but don't let Jack Frost keep you from building #strongfamilyties. Bundle up and go for a walk together as a family.
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Wishing you all a wonderful MLK Day! How are you serving today? Share in the comments.
It's time to get interactive and tell us what you think after you watch the short video. Let us know how you invest in your spouse within the comments below.
Also, if you're interested in learning more join #KatherineGreene and #CarlosGreene in week two of #ThrivingTogether as they take us through the "Exploration of Marriage." Watch the full-length video at https://youtu.be/4a84ZSgOqPg.
#marriageweek #marriage #successsequence #partners #powercouple #relationships #wedding #weddingday #newlyweds #bride #groom #realtionshipgoals #blendedfamily #love #loveconquersall
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Join Joyce and Harold Mayberry on their journey as newlyweds. Each week they will tackle a marriage topic as they are learning and growing in a #thrivingmarriage. They’ll also be tapping into their support community for advice, and want to hear from you, too! Make sure to leave your thoughts for the happy couple below. #HFI #spouses #loveyourspouse #marriagegoals #marriagestory #marriage #marriage365 #inlove #healthyfamily #healthyfamilies #relationshipgoals
Tech devices are wonderful tools until they begin to take families away from spending time together. Host a "NO MEDIA NIGHT" and spend time doing things your family loves.
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Join the Healthy Families Initiative every other week for helpful tips on creating #strongfamilyties by spending quality time together as a family.
#HFI #HealthyFamily #tipsandtricks #freetips #family #familyiseveryything #myfamily #helpfulhints #community #parenting #parents #hfidadtips #hfiworkshops #hfipartners #successsequence
The new year is here, make a New Year's resolution with your child.
#parenting #fatherhood #superdads #HFI #healthyfamilies #hfidadtips #HFIworkshops
There is no gift more precious than the hope of a better tomorrow, and you can #givehope today! This is your last chance to donate in 2019. Help build stronger people, families, and communities.
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Georgia Center for Opportunity
Suite 210
Peachtree Corners, GA 30092
Phone: 770-242-0001
Fax: 770-242-0501
