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Jen's Story

11/15/2021

 

Finding community in dark times

As the COVID-19 pandemic set in, Jen James experienced hardship after hardship. Their life began to spiral, and after getting laid off, they felt more alone than ever. 

"I felt like this was only happening to me. It was very isolating," Jen remembered.

Jen was referred to Pennsylvania Women Work by a caring friend who thought the organization could help. Jen participated in New Choices and Customer Service First-Class where they gained valuable skills and, most importantly, discovered a community of other individuals experiencing some of the same obstacles and challenges as them. 

PA Women Work helped Jen combine their passion for theater with their professional skillset, and they landed a job as the General Manager at the Dormont Hollywood Theater. I was able to discover myself. I feel a sense of empowerment. Definitely a sense of pride," she said.

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    • Annual Report
    • Strategic Plan 2022-2024
  • How we help
    • Programs >
      • New Choices >
        • Statewide Programs
      • 3 Cups of Coffee >
        • 3 Cups of Coffee GRAD
      • Communicating with Success
      • Career Kick-Start
      • RISE
      • GROW
    • Client Services
    • Support Services
    • Additional Initiatives
    • Success Stories
  • Events + News
    • Upcoming Events >
      • 3 Cups of Coffee Breakfast
    • Past Events >
      • Circle of Hope 2022
      • Circle of Hope 2021
      • #WinItWednesday 2021
      • Hope for a Brighter Tomorrow
      • Circle of Hope 2019
      • PUMP Kickball for a Cause 2019
      • A Celebration of Wine & Women
      • Highmark Walk 2019
      • Full Plates, Full Hearts Winter 2019
      • Circle of Hope Gala 2018
      • Highmark Walk Spring 2018
      • Circle of Hope Gala 2017
      • Highmark Walk Spring 2017
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