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More than 450 people attended the first in-person Turnaround Houston event since the pandemic. We are pleased to announce that over 300 interviews were scheduled! In addition, 45 free haircuts were given courtesy of Franklin Barber Institute, and 65 laptops were given out courtesy of Bridging the Digital Divide. Special thanks to our collaborators Councilmember Edward Pollard - City of Houston District J, Houston Complete Communities, and the Gulfton Citizen's Advisory Council. We are committed to hosting more Turnaround Houston events in 2023.

Turnaround Houston
Turnaround Houston

In March 2016, The Mayor kicked off a series of resource fairs to address the barriers to employment that too many Houstonians face. Turnaround ... Read More ...

 

See the Workforce Series recordings below to help job seekers connect to valuable resources.

Resume and Interview Skills
Presenters: Workforce Solutions, Career Gear, Dress for Success Houston
https://youtu.be/V73RIGmyk_Y

Service Industry Spotlight
Presenters: JW Marriott Houston, OTG Airport Concession Group, UH Hilton College of Hotel and Restaurant Management
https://youtu.be/InQraPddeL0

Budgeting your Paycheck
Presenters: Houston Financial Empowerment Centers, METRO
https://youtu.be/_jW9AogaaO0

Trade and Certification Programs
Presenters: SER Jobs, Work Texas
https://youtu.be/J1Vf_OAyWOw

Resiliency Health Related & General Information

Employment Related Resources

Opportunities for Job Seekers

Other Useful Resources

Mental Health Resources