The Computing Technology Industry Association, a national trade nonprofit dedicated to the information technology industry that’s been known as CompTIA, is teaming up with Dallas-based Girls Embracing Mothers to support local women in moving on from incarceration.
Together, the nonprofits will provide ten Dallas-area mothers with enhanced education and training that will act as the building blocks of being successful at both work and home. The program is geared toward fostering vision and purpose through employability and lifestyle skills—and has the ultimate goal of helping the women secure a well-paying job in technology.
“The stigma associated with past incarceration is something that must be eliminated from our society,” Todd Thibodeaux, president and CEO of CompTIA, said in a statement. “Anyone looking for a second chance and a fresh start is deserving of our encouragement and support.”
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Together, the nonprofits will provide ten Dallas-area mothers with enhanced education and training that will act as the building blocks of being successful at both work and home. The program is geared toward fostering vision and purpose through employability and lifestyle skills—and has the ultimate goal of helping the women secure a well-paying job in technology.
“The stigma associated with past incarceration is something that must be eliminated from our society,” Todd Thibodeaux, president and CEO of CompTIA, said in a statement. “Anyone looking for a second chance and a fresh start is deserving of our encouragement and support.”
Continue reading: https://dallasinnovates.com/it-trade-association-comptia-partners-with-dallas-nonprofit-to-assist-local-formerly-incarcerated-women-build-their-futures/
