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The support she needed: Victoria’s story

December 12, 2024

Success Stories

Victoria found a successful career after graduating from the University of Pittsburgh in 2002. When she had her second child, she decided to step back from full-time work and move…

Starting a new path: Charis’s story

December 6, 2024

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After recovering from Covid, Charis faced health complications that led to her needing to leave her job of 18 years as a math teacher. As a single mom, she began…

Finding herself again: Dija’s story

October 24, 2024

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When Dija, her husband and their two children moved to the United States from Morocco, Dija was forced to give up a career she loved. As they settled into their…

The Dream Job: Shana’s Story

October 17, 2024

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As a single parent, Shana was struggling with her work-life balance. She was feeling burned out and stressed. She attended PA Women Work’s New Choices program where she learned critical…

Coming full circle: Vanessa’s story

October 15, 2024

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After Vanessa’s husband passed away in 2012, she needed to support herself and her four daughters. She put herself through college, earning a B.A in Government Affairs, while working full-time…

Finding his way in America: Celestin’s story

September 23, 2024

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After 20 years living as refugees in Uganda, Celestin Lukalo and his family were notified they would be moving to the United States.“When we found out we were going to…

An Opportunity for a Career Change: Danelle’s Story

June 28, 2024

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“I don’t think I’m your typical PA Women Work participant,” said Danelle Connor. “I have a doctorate and all this experience, but I needed to reach out for help.” When…

Paying it Forward: Michael’s story

March 11, 2024

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After years of working as a chef, Michael was ready for a new career that offered better work-life balance and challenged him in new ways. He went back to school,…

Feeling Whole Again: Jen’s Story

October 31, 2023

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After a successful start to her career, Jen made the tough decision to take a step back from work to raise her children and support her aging mother. Nearly 21…

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The support she needed: Victoria’s story

Starting a new path: Charis’s story

Finding herself again: Dija’s story

The Dream Job: Shana’s Story

Coming full circle: Vanessa’s story

Finding his way in America: Celestin’s story

An Opportunity for a Career Change: Danelle’s Story

Paying it Forward: Michael’s story

Feeling Whole Again: Jen’s Story

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