Gearing Up is one project of WORD that trains women in non-traditional occupations such as asbestos abatement, carpentry, and surveying. Gearing Up provides workplace readiness training and hands-on occupational training. Futures Reality Training is a non-traditional career exploration class geared specifically for teens. They provide intensive case management and supportive services to people with multiple barriers to employment. The YWCA of Missoula, a non-profit organization, strives to create opportunities for women to strengthen themselves and their families by providing services for survivors of domestic and sexual violence, transitional housing for homeless women, fitness classes, used clothing and furniture at affordable prices, and the Computer Education Program.
Classes are available at no cost to eligible individuals.