Education and Practice Can Dispel Your Computer Fears

Alyssa from Roanoke, VA, asks, “I have computer phobia! How do I conquer my fear of using computers so that I'm more employable?”

READ MORE from Education and Practice Can Dispel Your Computer Fears

Goodwill® Calls on Congress to Support Senior Employment

Growing coalition urges lawmakers to protect workers by reauthorizing the Older Americans Act ROCKVILLE, MD – As a co-sponsor of the One Away Campaign for elder economic security, Goodwill Industries International is calling on Congress to protect and strengthen the Older Americans Act (OAA). Goodwill and the co-sponsors of the One Away Campaign recognize that

READ MORE from Goodwill® Calls on Congress to Support Senior Employment

Goodwill® Programs Fare Well under Federal Spending Plan

This week, the Obama administration unveiled its budget request for FY 2013. Goodwill® is pleased to report that proposed federal funding remains steady for programs that support our mission. Read more about our priority issues below and click here (PDF) to view ourside-by-side comparison of FY 2012 appropriations to FY 2013 proposals. American Jobs Act (AJA) Obama’s plan proposes

READ MORE from Goodwill® Programs Fare Well under Federal Spending Plan

My Story: Joette Estep

Joette was working in the retail industry and feeling financially and physically stressed when she decided to contact Goodwill about its medical office skills training program. There, she gained the confidence and computer skills she needed to be successful. As part of the program, she completed an internship, which later led to her finding full-time employment with great benefits at age 60.

READ MORE from My Story: Joette Estep

Senior Job Seekers Stand to Benefit from New Senate Bill

Senior job seekers stand to benefit from a new bill recently introduced in the Senate to reauthorize the Older Americans Act (OAA). Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) introduced the bill (S. 2037) on January 26 and highlighted several provisions in the legislation, including those intended to strengthen and expand the Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP).

READ MORE from Senior Job Seekers Stand to Benefit from New Senate Bill

My Story: Calvin Okeson

Calvin had retired with a long and successful job history, but realized he wasn't quite ready to leave the workforce completely. After struggling to use online job search tools and find a job with his criminal background, he sought assistance from Rappahannock Goodwill Industries. There, he acquired valuable job search and networking skills which helped him get hired on to a new position.

READ MORE from My Story: Calvin Okeson

Congressional Action Can Prevent Worsening Poverty Situation

A new study released by Indiana University finds that poverty is likely to get worse despite a recovering economy due to long periods of unemployment, continued impact on budget cuts to social programs and the quality of new jobs. The study warns that if Congress does not protect benefits for the long-term unemployed, and continues to make cuts to social safety net programs while reducing state fiscal relief, the poverty situation will worsen.

READ MORE from Congressional Action Can Prevent Worsening Poverty Situation

Goodwill® Sets Agenda to Support Job Seekers in the Recovery

While jobless claims and the unemployment rate are showing some improvement in the overall employment picture, it’s interesting to look behind these numbers and examine just who is suffering – and benefiting — the most during this modest recovery. In consonance with these findings, GII’s 2012 Public Policy Agenda was drafted in close consultation with Goodwill members and leaders of GII’s mission advancement team.

READ MORE from Goodwill® Sets Agenda to Support Job Seekers in the Recovery

Overcome Job Discrimination as an Older Worker

Ron from Austin, TX, asks, "I’m 61 and facing discrimination against older workers in my workplace. I don’t want to leave my job, but want my colleagues to see the value that I bring to our office. Any advice?"

READ MORE from Overcome Job Discrimination as an Older Worker

Congress to Resume Spending Bill Discussions on Heels of 2011 Logjams

When the 112th Congress wrapped up its first session in December, it left behind a legacy of partisanship that caused public approval ratings to reach historic lows. As the second session kicks into gear this month, lawmakers will have to work quickly on payroll tax relief, emergency unemployment benefits, and reauthorization of Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF), all of which were only extended through February .Goodwill® looks forward to Congress addressing several other issues of importance to the enterprise and the people we serve.

READ MORE from Congress to Resume Spending Bill Discussions on Heels of 2011 Logjams