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CQE is a valuable tool for employers and employees

Published: September 6, 2018

The State of Ohio would need a forest’s worth of trees to print every law on its books, which is why many law offices only utilize the online version of the Ohio Revised Code. “The text is massive,” attorney Sasha Naiman said, stretching her hands as far apart as possible.“There are almost 1,000 laws that [Read more…]

‘I Can Keep Writing My Story’

Published: September 5, 2018

As a child with an independent streak in a large family that moved often, Ebony Marshall has struggled with her self-identity. It fueled her work ethic in the classroom and in her career, but it also led to a decision that sent her spiraling.After laying the foundation for a successful career as a registered nurse, [Read more…]

‘A New World’ of Full-Time Opportunities

Published: August 22, 2018

Steven Miller has not shied away from responsibility. Even before coming to Cincinnati Works, he had little trouble finding jobs – factory jobs, office jobs, retail jobs.“Any job he had, he would always elevate to the lead,” his wife, Anna, said. “The problem was they were all temporary.”So Steven and Anna engaged with Cincinnati Works [Read more…]

‘The Poverty Ends in My Generation’

Published: June 27, 2018

April grew up in poverty and has worked hard to escape it. She earned an early-childhood education certificate and is pursuing a degree in teaching special-needs children, while raising four kids of her own, one of whom has significant, ongoing medical needs.She has leaned on Cincinnati Works for financial coaching and emotional support, beyond the [Read more…]

Driving Life-Long Success

Published: June 18, 2018

The road from poverty to stability is often winding and rarely easy. Inside our 2017 Annual Report, you will see the story of LeHia, who has the will to travel that tough road but needed help finding her way. Thanks to our generous supporters and the partnerships we cultivate, Cincinnati Works has guided her along [Read more…]