People who, because of a disability or economic barrier, have not had the opportunity to gain specific and viable skills. Goodwill provides the training and services necessary for people with vocational barriers to obtain, maintain and improve employment opportunities. In 1998, we successfully began the expansion of Goodwill services to counties surrounding our established service base in Mecklenburg County. As we continue to expand the reach of Goodwill services, we move closer to achieving our vision of becoming the region's leader in assisting persons with vocational barriers to gain employment and independence. Wherever you turn, someone is talking about the tremendous challenge employers are facing in maintaining the quantity and quality of their workforce.
Workforce development is the hot topic of conversation.
At Goodwill, we believe that every individual deserves the opportunity to experience the dignity and self-esteem that comes from productive work. We also believe that the entire community benefits when every able adult is engaged in productive work. Goodwill Industries' workforce development services enable individuals with employment barriers to achieve their highest level of personal and economic independence. Match individual skills and abilities with employers' job needs, and provide job readiness training to help prepare individuals for the world of work. Retention strategies assist participants in maintaining employment and exploring career development opportunities.