When Thuy Nguyen arrived in the U.S. in 2019, she faced obstacles that made her wonder if she could ever become the person she was meant to be.
First, her work documents were delayed for nearly a year. She went on to work at a restaurant despite her previous experience as an English teacher. She knew she wanted to find her way back into education and helping people, but she didn't know how to begin again.
"The pandemic hit and at that point, I was quite desperate," said Thuy. So, when she learned about a mentorship program designed specifically for women in her situation, Thuy seized the opportunity.
For Thuy, the guidance she received through JVS SoCal gave her the confidence she needed to push forward and set her up for success in landing a paid internship and continuing her pursuit of a master's degree.
We empower individuals to achieve dignity and economic independence through sustainable employment. Each year, JVS SoCal assists tens of thousands of clients, providing job readiness, career training and job placement services to underserved communities and individuals with barriers to employment. It is only through the ongoing commitment and support of people like you that this work is possible.
Sign the pledge to support individuals like Thuy through our work. Your support helps JVS SoCal provide critical skills-building and job training programs at no cost, so individuals throughout Southern California can return to work and build long-lasting careers. JVS SoCal means Jobs. Vision. Success.
