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From behind-the-scenes animal care to hands-on training, Suhaylah has taken flight through the Learn & Earn program at the National Aviary!
At the 2nd Annual Thank You For Your Service Job & Resource Fair, more than 30 employers and resource providers came together with one shared mission: to support service members, veterans, and their families in finding meaningful employment.
At the Spring 2025 Youth Civic Leadership Academy (YCLA) Symposium, Pittsburgh’s next generation of leaders took center stage.
Partner4Work is proud to support Start on Success, a program within Pittsburgh Public Schools that helps students with disabilities gain real-world experience and build career skills as they prepare to transition from school to work. This week’s 2025 End-of-Year Celebration recognized the incredible achievements of these students over the past year.
At Partner4Work, we’re proud to support the incredible work of Crossroads Foundation. Through academic enrichment, mentoring, and year-round support, Crossroads empowers students to lead, grow, and succeed—both in and beyond the classroom. Their commitment to individualized support and strong community partnerships opens doors for future leaders across Allegheny County.
The 3rd Annual ACAR Reentry Summit brought together powerful voices, valuable community resources, and impactful workshops to support reentry success across our region.
We’re proud to celebrate a recent graduate of the Trade Institute of Pittsburgh (TIP) whose journey shows the power of perseverance, support, and second chances. Through TIP’s holistic approach—including life coaching, driver’s education, and the healing space of the morning gratitude circle—this participant turned his life around and worked toward his goals with determination.
On April 24, we joined Secretary of Labor and Industry Nancy Walker, Senator Jay Costa, the Boys & Girls Club of Western PA, and community partners at the McKeesport Teen Center to spotlight a $2.4M investment in youth workforce development through the Schools-to-Work Program.
At Partner4Work's previous Board Meeting, we were proud to welcome Leane Peterson—a powerful example of the impact of the Employment, Advancement and Retention Network (EARN) program.
Success Spotlight: YCLA Scholars & Vets Drive Change!
Partner4Work is proud to support the Youth Civic Leadership Academy (YCLA) as they empower young leaders to tackle real-world issues through research and civic engagement.
Auberle’s Employment Institute assisted the Digital Foundry of Penn State New Kensington (The Pennsylvania State University) in facilitating an Intro to Robotics Manufacturing Training.
Samantha, a determined mother of two, faced immense challenges in securing employment that accommodated her family’s unique needs. As the primary caregiver for her son, who uses a wheelchair, she navigated the daily hurdles of accessibility, childcare, and medical responsibilities—all while striving for financial stability.
Partner4Work is proud to support BankWork$®, an incredible program preparing individuals for careers in banking. Led by Carmen Williams, this program provides technical training, soft skills coaching, and real-world experience to help participants succeed in financial services.
Earlier this week, Career Ready Allegheny brought together educators, workforce leaders, and community partners for the Building Equitable Pathways Conference—a powerful conversation on breaking down barriers and creating real career opportunities for young people.
We are proud to support the incredible work of Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Pennsylvania, where teens recently participated in a six-week mock trial program with the Pittsburgh Legal Diversity & Inclusion Coalition (PLDIC). Through this experience, they learned courtroom procedures, critical thinking, and public speaking—skills that will serve them well in any career.
Amanda, a Program Manager at AHN’s Center for Recovery Medicine, turned to the INSPIRE program to strengthen her leadership skills and better support her Certified Recovery Specialist (CRS) teammates. Through INSPIRE, she gained deeper knowledge of CRS training, along with essential tools like motivational interviewing and harm reduction strategies to help individuals on their recovery journeys. The program even covered her course and exam fees, making it a life-changing opportunity. Today, Amanda empowers her team and those in recovery with a compassionate, progress-driven approach.
We are honored to celebrate the inspiring journey of Tabitha Kirsch, who has demonstrated
remarkable resilience and determination since joining our program in January 2023. At just 23 years
old, Tabitha was a single mother navigating the challenges of transitional housing while working to
overcome the lasting impact of domestic violence.
Through 4Construction, Partner4Work is proud to be creating life-changing opportunities in Pittsburgh’s construction industry.
We are thrilled to celebrate the success of today's Healthcare Careers & Apprenticeships Expo, where we welcomed more than 40 vendors and students from more than 35 schools eager to explore opportunities in the healthcare industry.
Meet Nathan McAfee, a proud graduate of the German American Chamber of Commerce (GACC) Pittsburgh Chapter’s Polymer Process Technician apprenticeship program.