Vibrant communities where everyONE can achieve their potential
“I never wanted to be on housing assistance.”
Trapped in a system she never wanted to be a part of, Joyelle faced adversity from the system built to help.
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BETTER OPPORTUNITIES
BREAKING DOWN BARRIERS
To ensure that every person no matter their race, past mistakes, or circumstances of their birth has access to a quality education, fulfilling work, and a healthy family life.
BETTER WORK
COMING OUT OF PRISON, KEVIN SEIZED HIS OPPORTUNITY
EXPANDING OPPORTUNITY
Why Recidivism Rates are Dropping
In Georgia there has been a reduction in the rate of ex-offenders returning to prison. In the most recent report from the Georgia Department of Corrections, 25.3 percent of those released from all facilities (private, state, inmate boot camps, county, transition...
Breakthrough Event: From Prison To Opportunity
Our first Breakthrough event was a huge success as we gathered to discuss the impact reentry and second chances programs had on our communities. Check out all of the latest video and presentations from the event.
Nicole’s story: How a raise meant losing food stamp benefits for this mom of four
Nicole had high hopes when she moved her family from a rural area in south Georgia to Henry County in the Atlanta metro. The cost of living went up, but the job opportunities were more plentiful and paid much better: She went from making $25,000 a year to over $35,000...
BETTER COMMUNITY
IN LIGHT OF THE PANDEMIC, ONE COMMUNITY CAME TOGETHER TO SERVE EACH OTHER. IN TURN, THEY SHOWED WHAT CAN HAPPEN WHEN CIVIL SOCIETY STEPS UP
UPCOMING EVENTS
WINNING THE WORKPLACE CHALLENGE
FREE Virtual Classes
Winning the Workplace Challenge provides training on how to deal with home and workplace relationships. Create happier and healthier habits that will strengthen your relationships in the workplace!
MARKETING YOURSELF: GET YOUR DREAM JOB
COLUMBUS, GA | Free Online and In-Person Training
The training includes discovering what employers care about, mastering interviews, showing your strengths, and dressing for success.
ELEVATE WORKSHOPS
PEACHTREE CORNERS, GA | Free Online and In-Person Classes
Join other couples in discovering ways to learn skills and manage stress to ELEVATE your relationship!
THE CHANGING COVID WORKFORCE
COLUMBUS, GA | Business Training Sessions
Columbus-area business and non-profit leaders share their expertise on how to adapt to the changing work environment during and after the pandemic.
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