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What does 2021 hold for HopeWorks?
Holding fast to plans for the new year is a mistake that many of us learned in 2020. Still, the end of the year is a natural time to reflect on the closing chapter and project into the new one. Many nonprofits will share this sentiment – the…
What the team at HopeWorks is thankful for this year
"Praise the Lord. Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever." – Psalm 106:1 Even when it feels like things are stacked against us personally, professionally or spiritually, we are reminded by Scripture time and time again that we have so much to…
5 things to do before asking for a raise
Congratulations! You’ve landed a job and have been in your role for two years. You love your job and the company you work for, but you’ve started to feel like you have more to offer. You might even think that you’re an ideal candidate for a raise or…
It’s National Workforce Development Month!
Did you know that Sept. is National Workforce Development Month? Passed on Aug. 1, 2019, National Workforce Development Month “supports Federal initiatives to promote workforce development” and “acknowledges that workforce development plays a crucial role in supporting workers and growing the economy.” At HopeWorks, workforce development is an…
Three reasons you should go back to school (as an adult) this fall
Going back to school is a big decision, especially as an adult. Your family, current job and other responsibilities may seem more important than continuing your education. However, obtaining your HiSET (also called GED) can grant you access to meaningful careers and opportunities that better support you and…
Five Pivotal Moments in the History of HopeWorks
HopeWorks has come a long way since its founding in 1988. This growth has allowed us to reach more people, provide more opportunities and spread the Gospel throughout Memphis. As we look back, here are five moments in our history that have defined HopeWorks’ past and, in turn,…
PTSD in previously incarcerated individuals and the importance of mental rehabilitation
According to the American Psychiatric Association, post-traumatic stress disorder is a psychiatric disorder that can occur in people who have experienced or witnessed a traumatic event. The term PTSD has become more common in our culture, but it also has several other names you might recognize, including “shell…
What the FIRST STEP Act means for previously incarcerated individuals
On Dec. 21, 2018, the Formerly Incarcerated Reenter Society Transformed Safely Transitioning Every Person, or FIRST STEP Act, was signed into law. This piece of bipartisan legislation is (literally) the FIRST STEP in transforming prisons into facilities that will reduce recidivism and strengthen our communities and economy. The…
Frequently asked questions by HopeWorks students – past, present and future
While HopeWorks staff may not physically be in our office, that doesn’t mean we’re closed! Our employees are working remotely to ensure that our students receive assistance and guidance during this unprecedented time. Because of the nature of the situation, we’ve received an influx of questions about our…
Transitioning into our new normal
The world is changing with each passing day. As we all work to adjust to our new normals, HopeWorks thanks you for your support. It’s because of you that we are able to provide hope to those who need it most or wouldn’t get a second chance otherwise.…