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Success Spotlight: YCLA Scholars & Vets Drive Change!

Partner4Work is proud to support the Youth Civic Leadership Academy (YCLA) as they empower young leaders to tackle real-world issues through research and civic engagement.

Auberle’s Employment Institute assisted the Digital Foundry of Penn State New Kensington (The Pennsylvania State University) in facilitating an Intro to Robotics Manufacturing Training.

Samantha, a determined mother of two, faced immense challenges in securing employment that accommodated her family’s unique needs. As the primary caregiver for her son, who uses a wheelchair, she navigated the daily hurdles of accessibility, childcare, and medical responsibilities—all while striving for financial stability.

Partner4Work is proud to support BankWork$®, an incredible program preparing individuals for careers in banking. Led by Carmen Williams, this program provides technical training, soft skills coaching, and real-world experience to help participants succeed in financial services.

Earlier this week, Career Ready Allegheny brought together educators, workforce leaders, and community partners for the Building Equitable Pathways Conference—a powerful conversation on breaking down barriers and creating real career opportunities for young people.

We are proud to support the incredible work of Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Pennsylvania, where teens recently participated in a six-week mock trial program with the Pittsburgh Legal Diversity & Inclusion Coalition (PLDIC). Through this experience, they learned courtroom procedures, critical thinking, and public speaking—skills that will serve them well in any career.

Amanda, a Program Manager at AHN’s Center for Recovery Medicine, turned to the INSPIRE program to strengthen her leadership skills and better support her Certified Recovery Specialist (CRS) teammates. Through INSPIRE, she gained deeper knowledge of CRS training, along with essential tools like motivational interviewing and harm reduction strategies to help individuals on their recovery journeys. The program even covered her course and exam fees, making it a life-changing opportunity. Today, Amanda empowers her team and those in recovery with a compassionate, progress-driven approach.

We are honored to celebrate the inspiring journey of Tabitha Kirsch, who has demonstrated
remarkable resilience and determination since joining our program in January 2023. At just 23 years
old, Tabitha was a single mother navigating the challenges of transitional housing while working to
overcome the lasting impact of domestic violence.

Through 4Construction, Partner4Work is proud to be creating life-changing opportunities in Pittsburgh’s construction industry.

We are thrilled to celebrate the success of today's Healthcare Careers & Apprenticeships Expo, where we welcomed more than 40 vendors and students from more than 35 schools eager to explore opportunities in the healthcare industry.

Meet Nathan McAfee, a proud graduate of the German American Chamber of Commerce (GACC) Pittsburgh Chapter’s Polymer Process Technician apprenticeship program.

Huge congratulations to the latest PIT2Work cohort on their incredible achievement!

We celebrate six recent BankWork$® graduates who have launched successful careers in banking through the BankWork$® program!

Recap of the AI Horizons Summit event at Bakery Square.

At Partner4Work, we were honored to host Age-Friendly Greater Pittsburgh for an Age-Inclusive Workplaces Workshop. This workshop underscored the value of creating workplaces that embrace and support employees of all ages, particularly as older adults become the fastest-growing segment of our workforce.

October is Construction Month: Building Inclusive Workplaces

In celebration of Construction Month, the Master Builders' Association of Western PA has released a comprehensive 5-day guide for "Construction Inclusion Week." This free resource is filled with content and training materials designed to help construction teams foster more inclusive environments.

We’re excited to announce the launch of Career Ready Allegheny, a new website developed in partnership with the Allegheny Intermediate Unit, the Consortium for Public Education, and Remake Learning. Career Ready Allegheny is a comprehensive platform that unites Allegheny County’s leading experts in education, workforce development, labor market research, and equitable learning practices to better connect schools, students, and employers.