Each month, the Social Good Blog highlights news and resources on a specific topic. In May, we are sharing resources for veterans transitioning to the civilian workforce and the people who support them.
Good Links for June
Put Dad First This Father’s Day
“Parenthood is the hardest job you’ll ever love.” This sentiment shared with me by my mom has been echoing in my head since she said it about a week ago. I know I’m not the only one to agree because my husband and I have had similar, perhaps less eloquent, conversations on the topic. The nights can sometimes feel never-ending, and the days, just as exhausting, so I know how lucky I am to have a partner with whom I share all of the diapers, giggles, tantrums and snuggles.
Put Dad First This Father's Day
“Parenthood is the hardest job you’ll ever love.” This sentiment shared with me by my mom has been echoing in my head since she said it about a week ago. I know I’m not the only one to agree because my husband and I have had similar, perhaps less eloquent, conversations on the topic. The nights can sometimes feel never-ending, and the days, just as exhausting, so I know how lucky I am to have a partner with whom I share all of the diapers, giggles, tantrums and snuggles.
Goodwill® Explores Ways to Engage GOP Task Force on Poverty
This week a House GOP task force on poverty, opportunity, and upward mobility released their blueprint for a poverty agenda, A Better Way, to mixed reviews. The topic of poverty, and issues that those in poverty struggle with every day, doesn’t get nearly enough attention as it should. The fact that Speaker Ryan and leadership are willing to generate ideas and spur discussion and debate should be applauded.
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Veterans: Have You Checked Out These Job Resources?
Like so many veterans, my father struggled to fit in and to find work after his service to our country. Today, veterans have more resources to choose from: Veterans.gov and GoodProspects®.
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My Story: Charles Gourlay
Let me introduce myself, my name is Charles A. Gourlay, and I’m a computer salvage/material handler at Goodwill in Gary, IN. Shortly after birth I was diagnosed with spinal meningitis which resulted in total loss of hearing by the age of two.
Vintage Vantage
One of the most fun aspects of shopping at Goodwill® is stumbling upon a vintage treasure. Whether you were in search of that item doesn’t usually seem to matter when the charm of past decades calls out in the form of sweet lace, funky plaid, or even a unique patina. If you know nothing about vintage clothing and home décor other than the fact that you like it, we’ve got some great background information to share with you today! Vintage experts, there are even a few tips we’re going to cover that you may not be aware of, so read on to find out more…
How Taking on a Leadership Walk Can Change Perspectives
For the last thirteen years, I’ve taken for granted the fact that I live in the Washington, DC area – our nation’s capital, rich with history and full of sites that attract tourists from around the world and all walks of life. And I get annoyed when those same tourists block the escalators or take a long time to get through security on the Hill when I’m trying to get a meeting. All of that changed last week.
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Gig Economy Provides New Options to “Liquid Workforce”
The emergence of self-service online labor markets, including Upwork, 99Designs, TaskRabbit, Uber, and dozens more, has facilitated the rise of the gig economy; these crowdsourcing platforms make it easier for companies to contract with independent workers for short-term projects. The ‘gigs’ found on these markets can provide workers, including those having difficulty finding traditional employment, with income, and the opportunity to build skill and experience.
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Establish New Traditions for Memorial Day
This weekend America will celebrate the heroes we have lost during combat over the many years of our nation’s history. It is so important for us to remember these people every day, but a holiday in their honor is the very least we can do. They fought to give us all the opportunities that we have come to know today. They fought to make our country a place where everyone can dream big and have the capabilities to accomplish their goals. In their honor, here’s how I plan to celebrate…
