Last week, Working Wardrobes launched our 6 week pilot program with the OC Sheriff's Department to provide incarcerated women with our National Retail Federation (NRF) certified customer service job training as well as with our "Career Success" job search curriculum.
The program, which is taking place at the James Musick County Jail in Irvine, began with 10 women who were not only very excited to participate - they all had big smiles as they entered the classroom at 8:30 am sharp - but were incredibly engaged and supportive of each other over the 2 hour period. The participants bring a wide variety in terms of job experience and skill levels but they all expressed an interest in not only improving or learning new skills but discovering their strengths and interests so as to help ensure greater success in their future careers.
The goal of the Pilot Program is to provide incarcerated women with more tools and opportunities prior to their release from jail so that upon their re-entry into society they are more prepared with the tools and support services necessary for their success.
Tomorrow is our second class and we will be sure to bring you an update on our participants progress - wish them luck!
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