Today, more than ever, there are shattered relationships across our culture — at home, at work, and at school. But even as the problems exist
Our upcoming event focused on family and relational health features a line-up of speakers you’ll definitely want to come out to hear. The event will
Eric Watson and his wife started Express Employment Professionals almost two decades ago. They focus primarily on long-term contract staffing in manufacturing, warehousing logistics, office
Key Points The hindrances to people finding work goes far beyond an unwillingness or inability to work. Those looking for work face
Key Points First graduating class of Jobs for Life and BETTER WORK Columbus partnership Jobs for Life and BETTER WORK are joining
We just celebrated Independence Day in the United States., a time to reflect on the blessings of freedom and liberty that we enjoy as citizens
Key Points All young people — not just those who come from rich families — deserve to know this “secret to success”:
Key Points BETTER WORK Columbus is launching a new service allowing us to assist clients on-site. BETTER WORK provides connections to local
A Partner For Life Several of the Chattahoochee Valley Poverty Reduction Coalition (CVPRC) member organizations attended the May 26th Jobs for Life
Key Takeaways: Welfare cliffs and marriage penalties are discouraging people from work and forming families. The cliffs and penalties may mean that
U.S. Gross Domestic Product update U.S. Gross Domestic Product declined at a 1.4% rate in the first quarter of 2022. The numbers
An epidemic of teen depression (and what to do about it) Key Takeaways: In the last 10 years, the number of teens
A look at the highest unadjusted monthly rate of inflation Today, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics announced that in March the Consumer Price
Join other parents and community leaders on Liberty Plaza to spread the message that it is time for change in education Today,
Alliance for Opportunity announces new policy roadmap to reduce poverty The Georgia Center for Opportunity launched a resource that provides key policy
Hudson’s Story Hudson is the third born in a family of five boys. His mom, Kristen, shared that both she and her
Georgia’s K-12 students fell months behind during remote learning. We need solutions now. Why it Matters: Students in Georgia are 4-6 months
A focus on the contributions of the African American family BETTER WORK Columbus delivers Marketing Yourself training to clients of our non-profit
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever
Finding Skilled and Teachable Talent BETTER WORK is helping our neighbors find better work opportunities in Columbus. We care about facilitating
A belief in working together is key BETTER WORK Columbus is connected with groups and organizations across the Chattahoochee Valley. These
Work has intrinsic value Last month, I had the honor of participating in the Heritage Foundation’s annual Antipoverty Forum, where scholars and
Building a stronger network of resources On November 4th, BETTER WORK Columbus hosted a reception to announce a new partnership with Jobs
A Network of Partners is Growing in Columbus Columbus, Georgia has over 11,000 citizens identifying as unemployed, but the number of available
Giving Opportunity The days following Thanksgiving have become jam packed with advertisements for all the product sales happening after the holiday. The
The Farm Bureau Released A Report That The Cost of Thanksgiving Dinner Was Going Up Significantly. What is happening Many people are
In Georgia there has been a reduction in the rate of ex-offenders returning to prison. In the most recent report from the
Our first Breakthrough event was a huge success as we gathered to discuss the impact reentry and second chances programs had on
The COVID-19 pandemic has put stress and strain on peoples’ relationships like few other times. In this challenging environment, the Georgia Center
The COVID19 pandemic has disrupted many things here in America. As every parent knows, one of the major disruptions took place in