Georgia Mountains Regional Commission’s (GMRC) Workforce Development, in collaboration with Hall County Salvation Army and Good News at Noon Ministries, launched a three-week program aimed at empowering persons experiencing homelessness. This program offered comprehensive welding training to equip participants with essential skills and enhance their employment prospects. The program utilized a mobile welding lab provided by Workforce Innovators of America, stationed at the premises of Good News at Noon, to help eliminate transportation barriers and bring training programs closer to the community. Both Good News at Noon and Hall County Salvation Army contributed classroom space and computer access, ensuring participants had a conducive learning environment. This collaboration underscores a commitment to leveraging resources and expertise across multiple community organizations.
The program expands the labor pool by providing training and pathways to employment for this group, making the workforce more inclusive. This inclusivity is crucial for sustaining a competitive advantage, as it ensures a broader range of talents and perspectives in the workforce. Aligned with GMRC’s vision of valuing diverse communities and resources, the program promotes cooperation, open communication, and a shared commitment to economic and social enhancement.
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