Breaking the cycle of poverty
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I've been helping people navigate the job search process for over 8 years. I've spent a good portion of that time helping individuals from low income communities in CT secure healthcare jobs through The Workplace Inc.'s HealthCareer Academy. I was honored to receive The Workplace Partner of the Year Award this past June.
This summer I also was fortunate to spend a week in Arizona and get a taste of the beauty and magnificense of the West. I also saw the poverty and challenges faced by farming communities and Native American populations in this region.
I started researching ways I could make a difference while coupling my desire to temporarily live out West. That's when I found AmeriCorps Vista and a position at a community action agency. The agency's mission is to help break the cycle of poverty by empowering their clients with necessary tools and workforce skills.
This was the perfect fit for my background. I applied for the position and was accepted to begin in February 2016 for one year of service.
Within 24 hours of posting about my new adventure on Facebook I received an incredible amount of support and encouragement. People inboxed me asking if they could help support my project.
I've started this account in an effort to give those interested in financially supporting my venture an opportunity to contribute. I am humbled to give back to those in need and with your support financially or emotionally I am confident we will help make a difference in the lives of those in need in Skagit County, Washington. Thank you.
This summer I also was fortunate to spend a week in Arizona and get a taste of the beauty and magnificense of the West. I also saw the poverty and challenges faced by farming communities and Native American populations in this region.
I started researching ways I could make a difference while coupling my desire to temporarily live out West. That's when I found AmeriCorps Vista and a position at a community action agency. The agency's mission is to help break the cycle of poverty by empowering their clients with necessary tools and workforce skills.
This was the perfect fit for my background. I applied for the position and was accepted to begin in February 2016 for one year of service.
Within 24 hours of posting about my new adventure on Facebook I received an incredible amount of support and encouragement. People inboxed me asking if they could help support my project.
I've started this account in an effort to give those interested in financially supporting my venture an opportunity to contribute. I am humbled to give back to those in need and with your support financially or emotionally I am confident we will help make a difference in the lives of those in need in Skagit County, Washington. Thank you.
Organizer
Hilda Maria Valdespino
Organizer
Bethel, CT