Voice From The Field: Kelly Cain
What is your current job? I am a commercial truck driver, and I drive a refrigeration truck. They have refrigerated units on 53-foot-long trailers hauled by tractors, and my company has them going across the 48 continental United States delivering goods. The cargo can range from cheese and chocolate to flowers and anything else that […]
Mentoring Success: It’s All About Putting in the Work
At West Virginia Women Work, we’re all about helping you get where you want to be. But let’s be clear: we can’t do the heavy lifting for you. What we do is provide the tools, advice, and a bit of a roadmap. The real work? That’s on you. Here’s the Deal Empowerment isn’t just handing […]
West Virginia Women Work Receives Grant to Empower Women Through the PartnerUp Mentoring Program
We are thrilled to announce that West Virginia Women Work has received a $30,000 grant from Truist Foundation. This significant financial boost will be instrumental in advancing our PartnerUp Mentoring Program, a transformative initiative designed to empower women across West Virginia. A Step Forward in Achieving Our Mission The grant serves as a significant milestone […]
The Power of Mentorship: Why Every Woman Needs a Mentor
A mentorship is a powerful tool for personal and professional growth. Having a mentor who can provide guidance, support, and advice can be especially beneficial for women. In many fields, women are underrepresented, and it can be challenging to navigate the challenges of the workplace without the support of someone who has been there before. […]
RCBI to Offer CNC Machining Bootcamps
The U.S. has an abundance of manufacturing jobs right now and not enough people to fill them. RCBI is hoping to change that with a series of boot camps. The CNC Machining Bootcamp is part of an initiative through ACE(America’s Cutting Edge) which is a U.S. Department of Defense-funded program. The hopes are that this […]
West Virginia Women Work Launches New Mentoring Program: PartnerUp
West Virginia Women Work is excited to announce the PartnerUp Mentoring Program. PartnerUp is a 6-month mentoring program for women working to overcome barriers in their education and employment. The program is designed for unemployed or underemployed women that want to explore education and employment opportunities. Women that enroll in the program will be assigned […]