In recognition of Women’s History Month, Goodwill of North Georgia is highlighting its efforts to expand economic opportunity for women through workforce development programs.
According to the nonprofit, more than 10,000 women secured employment in Fiscal Year 2024 with support from its career services and training programs. In total, over 25,000 women received assistance through Goodwill’s services last year.
Since the launch of these programs, the organization has served 249,000 women and helped 110,000 find employment, a statement said.
Goodwill of North Georgia has more than 100 stores and donation centers throughout 45 counties. The organization operates 14 career centers across the region and funds its services through proceeds from its retail stores.
In 2024, Goodwill of North Georgia says the nonprofit served over 40,000 job seekers in person, many of whom came from DeKalb, Fulton, Gwinnett, Cobb, and Clayton counties.
Goodwill partners with more than 5,000 employers, public agencies, private foundations, and nonprofit organizations to connect individuals to job opportunities in fields such as information technology, logistics, highway construction, phlebotomy and healthcare.
The organization reports that in the past year, 989 women with criminal records received job training, and 418 of them secured employment.
Among younger participants, 3,800 women between the ages of 16 and 24 received workforce development services, leading to 1,900 job placements.
More than 600 women with disabilities participated in training programs, with 148 finding employment. Additionally, 227 women veterans secured jobs through Goodwill’s services.
Jenny Taylor, vice president of career services at Goodwill of North Georgia, said the organization’s approach is built on intentional investment in training, community collaboration, and long-term support.
“While national disparities in women’s employment persist, our model proves that we can bridge the gap and create sustainable career opportunities,” Taylor said in the statement. “These efforts are not just about employment — they’re about economic empowerment, stability, and generational progress.”
