The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) program is a lifeline for young adults who face barriers to education, employment and long-term success. For individuals like Tessa Meagher-Hrinda and Sierrah Taska, WIOA has provided more than just resources, it has been a transformative experience that not only shaped their careers but empowered them to give […]
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Youth, jobs, and opportunity: How businesses are strengthening the future workforce
For many young people, finding meaningful work experience can be a challenge—especially for those facing barriers to employment or education. That’s where the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) program steps in. A partnership between Richland County Job and Family Services and Catalyst Life Services, WIOA is designed to support youth ages 14-24 by offering […]
Careers take flight through Catalyst’s WIOA program: Genesis Bond-Hollingsworth
Before Genesis Bond-Hollingsworth was even old enough to participate, her grandmother stored a memory of Catalyst’s WIOA program in her mind for future use. “She had gone to Catalyst for some kind of employment service, and she saw a flyer for the WIOA program. It stated that it started at age 14, and they offer […]
