Original Article Here by David Ortega found in Pomona Proud
Last year, city leaders approved giving $25,000 to the Pomona Economics Opportunity Center (PEOC) to fund two programs. One of the programs given funding is to help women get work. Just over a week ago, the program launched.
The program was first described as “a long-time dream of the center.” The councilman, John Nolte, said the program would help the local economy and residents. The program was also described to “grown and develop based on the talents and skills of the women and the women who become leaders.”
Now, the program is fulfilling all expectations. It is the first time in history that the PEOC expands to serving women workers as well as men. It is also the first program of its kind in the Pomona Valley.
The purpose of the program is to provide job opportunities and economic sustainability to hard-working women. The program provides trustworthy workers at fair prices. It will also provide job training, health and safety workshops, and other sources to empower women workers. Services currently provided are:
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House cleaning
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Move-out cleaning
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Floor mopping & waxing
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Closet organizing
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Laundry duties
The program is already working to offer more services like:
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Child care
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Catering
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Food preparation
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Clerical services