Women's
Employment Program
Begun in 1978, the Women's Employment Program for displaced homemakers helps women compete in a sophisticated job market that favors highly skilled workers. Women's Employment provides the opportunity for women to gain skills, knowledge and confidence to enter or re-enter the workforce and thus support themselves and their families.
Contact:
Anne Alfred, Family Resource Center Assistant Director & Director
of Women's Employment Program
aalfred@ywcanyc.org or (212)
735-9773
Career Development
Displaced homemakers work with experienced career counselors over a six-week period to build individual employment plans that will guide their training towards employability. Classes meet Monday through Friday from 9am to 4pm. Topics include:
Networking strategies
- Cover letter and resume writing
- Interviewing techniques
- Dressing for success
Computer Training
- Microsoft Word
- Excel
- PowerPoint
- Outlook
- Internet
Alumni Support
Graduates of Women's Employment meet with staff and participate in special events to facilitate their job search. In addition, guest speakers are invited to speak on topics such as:
- Successful interviewing skills
- Your legal rights in the workplace
- Managing your money
