In celebration of Women’s History Month, Workforce Opportunity Services is honoring their important role in today’s workforce.
Did you know:
- There are 75 million women in the civilian labor force, representing 47% of the workforce.
- Women represent 26% of those employed in computer and mathematical occupations.
- 3 out of 10 female veterans are government workers.
While great strides have been made, on average women earn 20% less than their male counterparts, highlighting more work is needed to close the gender gap. Through our partnerships, Workforce Opportunity Services (WOS) is empowering underserved and veteran women to join the workforce and equipping them with the skills necessary for success.
Here are a couple of WOS highlights:
- 65% of the non-veterans we’ve helped are women.
- 20% of the post-9/11 veterans we’ve served are women, whereas women only represent 10% of veterans.
To showcase our successes, WOS has launched a social media campaign, #WOSDifference, highlighting the lives we've impacted. Our inaugural #WOSDifference feature is a current WOS consultant and veteran, Michelle Schwarz.
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Thanks to CareCentrix and WOS, I was able to participate and successfully complete the Business Data Analytics program. Three years ago, I dreamt of having this as a career. Who would have thought that after 10 years of graduating with a B.S. in Information Systems, that I would find my way back to what I really want to do. I love that this career utilizes my analytical, IT, mathematical, communication, collaborative, critical thinking and attention to detail skills. I am the bridge between business and computer science. Now, I'm looking for advanced studies in Data Science. I’m truly grateful and excited for this new chapter.—Michelle Schwarz, WOS Consultant, CareCentrix |
To schedule an interview with WOS' founder, Dr. Art Langer, or learn more about WOS’ programs and the people we serve, please contact Laura Friedman at laura.friedman@wforce.org or 212-870-2241.
About Workforce Opportunity Services
Founded in 2005, Workforce Opportunity Services (WOS) is a leading 501(c)(3) nonprofit committed to developing the skills of untapped talent from underserved and veteran communities through partnerships with organizations dedicated to diversifying their workforce. Utilizing a scientifically-based model derived from research conducted at Columbia University, we recruit, educate, train, and place high-potential candidates with leading organizations around the world. To date, WOS has served 3,800+ individuals through partnerships with more than 60 corporations in 40+ locations worldwide. For more information, visit wforce.org.
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