After relocating to the DMV and working toward his recovery, James M. was determined to find stable employment and build a stronger future for himself. While living in a sober house in Montgomery County, he was actively searching for work and looking for resources that could help him move forward in both his personal and professional
While participating in WorkSource Montgomery’s Dual Track Re-Entry (DTR) program, Melvin M. was focused on building a better future for himself and taking advantage of opportunities that could help him move forward. Through the program, he recognized the value of having access to resources, guidance, and support designed to help individuals pursue positive change and personal growth.
After participating in one of the earliest cohorts of the LYFE Program in 2024, Stephen H. was looking for opportunities to build professional experience, strengthen his skills, and gain exposure to a workplace environment that would support his long-term career goals. As a young adult entering the workforce, he wanted to develop the knowledge, confidence, and experience
In Fall 2025, four participants in WorkSource Montgomery’s Dual Track Re-Entry (DTR) program completed the Flikshop School of Business while enrolled at the Montgomery County Correctional Facility. Through the program, they explored entrepreneurship, business fundamentals, and professional skills designed to help them prepare for future opportunities and successful reentry into the community. At WorkSource Montgomery,
Naohito T. came to WorkSource Montgomery through a training partnership with WorkDev Solutions with the goal of building a career in information technology. Through the program, he completed IT training and earned his CompTIA A+ certification, an important step toward entering the field and pursuing employment opportunities. At WorkSource Montgomery, we supported Naohito through workshops,
After being laid off from her remote Software Quality Assurance Engineering role, Natalie V. faced a challenging year as she considered her next career move. Rather than returning to the same field, she decided to pursue new opportunities by developing in-demand data skills and positioning herself for a career transition. At WorkSource Montgomery, we connected
After working for an organization funded by the U.S. Department of State, Lubna G. found herself navigating a career transition and exploring new opportunities. As she pursued a position teaching Arabic at Goucher College, she turned to WorkSource Montgomery’s Federal Worker Career Center (FWCC) for guidance and support throughout the hiring process. At WorkSource Montgomery,
Laura J. was seeking new employment opportunities and connected with WorkSource Montgomery for support in her job search. When an HR position became available through an upcoming job fair, she received personalized guidance that helped her prepare for the opportunity and navigate the application process with confidence. At WorkSource Montgomery, we worked closely with Laura
Mitra F. was laid off from her role as a federal contractor in early 2025 following changes in U.S. government priorities related to global health programs. Determined to continue her career, she began looking for new opportunities in a highly competitive job market and connected with WorkSource Montgomery’s Federal Worker Career Center (FWCC) after learning
Tessie K. is an international development professional with more than 25 years of experience supporting programs focused on gender equality, social inclusion, health, and community development. After a long career with USAID and most recently as a federal contractor, she unexpectedly found herself navigating a difficult job market due to changes in federal funding and
