Jorge was struggling in school and having a hard time at home when a Goodwill teacher recommended he join a mentorship program. Goodwill paired him with Nate who, like Jorge has interests in film and music. In addition to sharing hobbies, Nate helps Jorge stay on track in school. Jorge says, "My involvement with Nate and Goodwill has made me a better person."
Today, we celebrate the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which was signed into law 22 years ago. In an effort to provide guidance with regard to the ADA and its impact on the employment of veterans, Goodwill Industries International (GII) and the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission will host a webinar July 31 at 2:00 EDT.
Mary from Sioux City, IA, asks, "My commute to in the summer is smoking hot, and not in a good way. But flip flops and tank tops are banned. How can I keep my cool and my job?"
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Mary from Sioux City, IA, asks, "My commute to in the summer is smoking hot, and not in a good way. But flip flops and tank tops are banned. How can I keep my cool and my job?"
READ MORE from Don't Sweat It! Tips for Keeping Cool While Staying in Dress Code
LiNKS Sign Language and Interpreting Services, a division of Goodwill Serving the People of Los Angeles County (CA), recently celebrated its first graduating class in health care interpreting training.
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Mi nombre es Luis Miguel Soto, tengo 24 años, mi discapacidad es musculo esquelética y antes de entrar a Buena Voluntad no hacía nada en mi casa, me sentía desanimado, me sentía sin hacer nada y busque algo que hacer, llame para buena voluntad, a ver si me daban una oportunidad de entrar y entre. Cuando no hacía nada me sentía sin hacer nada y busque algo que hacer… para llegar a ser alguien útil.
Before coming to Goodwill, Luis had a hard time finding a job with his disability and felt useless. He was referred to Goodwill and, after a year and a half, was placed in stable employment where he gets to help other people. He now feels his life has a purpose.
When you think of vintage style icons like Audrey Hepburn, Elizabeth Taylor or Grace Kelly what comes to mind? Aside from their timeless beauty and sophistication, there is another factor that they all have in common: the scarf. From atop their heads to around their handbags, it was a rare instance that a beautiful silk scarf was not seen adorning one of these ladies’ outfits in one way or another.
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On Wednesday, July 18, the U.S. House of Representatives appropriations subcommittee voted 8-6 to approve its spending bill for FY 2013. Last week, we encouraged you to urge your members of Congress to protect funding for these programs. There is still time to take action.
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Eloise from Naples, FL, asks, “I just got offered a promotion, but if I take it, I’ll lose my housing benefit. I don’t think I can swing rent on my own in this city. What are my options?"
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