Veteran Pamela Johnson to Chair Subcommittee to Assimilate Veterans Back into the Civilian Workforce Goodwill Industries International (GII) Veterans and Military Families Program Manager Pamela Johnson, MBA, has been appointed by Secretary of Labor R. Alexander Acosta to serve on the Advisory Committee on Veterans’ Employment, Training and Employer Outreach (ACVETEO). The ACVETEO is a
Most job hunters face challenges, particularly when looking to change industries or job functions. Even though the unemployment rate for veterans is below that of the general population, veterans may face different challenges; let’s explore three and some tips for dealing with them.
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We have officially hit mid-November – Veterans Day was commemorated this week and as I write, the newly elected lawmakers have come to Washington while votes from the mid-term election are still being counted or re-counted in 11 house and senate races. The freshman class of elected officials is in D.C. to begin congressional orientation, and includes 16 veterans among the 150 veterans who ran. Among the many firsts in the 116th Congress are four women veterans, which may bring the women’s military service caucus to its highest ever at around six women.
ROCKVILLE, MD — On Veterans Day, our nation’s heroes are recognized and celebrated by individuals, groups and organizations across the country. At Goodwill, we show veterans our appreciation year-round by offering services that can improve quality of life, such as employment placement, job training, and financial wellness opportunities. This is vital in the veteran community
2020 Veterans and Military Families Virtual Summit – November 12th and 13th, 2020 Goodwill Industries International is committed to servicing our heroes and their families. During our two-day virtual conference, GII, local Goodwills and veteran-serving organizations joined by inspiring speakers to highlight lessons from individuals and organizations who serve veterans and military families. Sessions focused
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Operation: GoodJobs expands existing veteran employment program ROCKVILLE, MD — Through a $5 million grant from the Walmart Foundation, Goodwill is extending its Operation: GoodJobs initiative for an additional three years. Operation: GoodJobs, now in its fifth year, will continue to provide the tools and resources necessary to link veterans and military families with meaningful
Goodwill encourages companies to hire our nation’s veterans ROCKVILLE, MD — The service and sacrifice of American veterans can be — and often is — sincerely acknowledged with a simple, “Thank You.” At Goodwill, we know how important it is for veterans to hear those simple words. It’s also true that successfully returning to civilian
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No matter what we believe about military engagement, we can certainly come together in support of the individuals and families who risk everything to support the country. Last year Goodwill organizations served more than 60,000 military members and veterans and more than 24,000 military families with career readiness and transition support, mental health services, family financial preparation, education and career connections for veterans and military members and their families.
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ROCKVILLE — As Americans honor the men and women who have died while serving our country this Memorial Day, Goodwill honors our fallen heroes year-round by providing their families with the support they need through tailored job training, and career and transitional services to help them find jobs and financially support their families. Gold Star
May is not just the unofficial start to summer, it is also National Military Appreciation Month where we honor and recognize members of the Military and their families. And while controversy may be the word of the day lately here in D.C. and across the country, there’s one thing that I think we can agree on – the need to recognize the successes and sacrifices of service members and their families.
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