OUR PROGRAMS
Women's Workforce Transition Program
An initiative that will transform the lives of countless women in DeKalb County.
THE PURPOSE
Our organization OCfC, in partnership with A Home For Everyone In DeKalb and Georgia Works, is launching the Women’s Workforce Transition Program designed to support women in need.
OUR GOALS
OAKHURST CENTER FOR COMMUNITY
Our mission is to amplify the impact of local nonprofits focused on social justice, economic justice and equity by providing training, tools, and community engagement.
GEORGIA WORKS
The mission of Georgia Works is to end homelessness, criminal recidivism and dependency through education and the development of good habits, work ethic and character. Our goal is self sufficiency.
A HOME FOR EVERYONE
To support people experiencing homelessness in DeKalb County by providing rapid housing. To partner with the community and government groups to provide emergency shelter. To advocate for more affordable housing.
NEW TO DEKALB COUNTY
The proposed women’s program will be closely modeled on Georgia Works’ current program.
The proposed project will be at 232 East Lake Drive, Decatur, GA 30030.
For 22 years the building was previously used by Oakhurst Baptist Church as a transitional house and other support services for area men in recovery and experiencing homelessness.
REAL WORLD EXPERIENCE
Participants come to Georgia Works through various referrals – many by word of mouth – as the organization’s reputation on the streets has grown. Others come from drug rehabilitation facilities or other service providers, and some by court officials or judges who have repeatedly seen the effectiveness and impact of the Georgia Works program.
The women will gain real-world experience, get their foot in the door of an employer as a first step toward permanent employment with that employer or gaining invaluable experience they can leverage in their future job hunt.
LONG TERM FOCUS
Participants in the Georgia Works program renounce dependency and remain drug and alcohol free for the entire time they are in the program. Participants are provided personal support, case management and workforce training.
Georgia Works seeks long-term goals for the participants it serves. The program not only aims to feed and house them for a night. It empowers them for a lifetime through job training, financial management, education and professional counseling and other wrap around services.
RENOVATION PLANS
232 Eastlake Drive, Decatur, GA 30030
Lower Level
8 Bedrooms
Laundry Room
Bathrooms
Main Level
ADA bedroom/bathroom
RA bedroom/bathroom
Laundry room
Living room
Kitchen
Office
Bathroom
