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E3 - Educate, Empower, Elevate
A program for women who plan to pursue post-secondary education that will lead them to work in a livable wage career field.
E3 is sponsored by the Women's Leadership Council (WLC) of the United Way of Central Ohio. This program helps low-to moderate-income working women in central Ohio reach a new level of financial stability for themselves and their families. Agency partners Consumer Credit Counseling Service, Godman Guild Association and New Directions Career Center collaborate to provide a comprehensive program that will prepare women for their next educational and employment endeavors.
Women in E3 will participate in:
- A preparation course that prepares them to be successful students and to make a career transition that includes instruction on:
- Personal Enrichment
- Financial Literacy
- Educational Readiness
- College Preparatory Math
- College Preparatory English
- Career Development
- Mentoring with a WLC member
- Monthly support groups with their E3 cohort
- Placement, career counseling, and financial counseling services
Participants are engaged in the E3 program up to 36 months from the start date of the preparation course, which meets approximately two evenings per week and occasional Saturdays.
E3 is offered three times per year, starting in the winter, spring and fall.
To be considered for the E3 program, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Have a high school diploma or GED
- Have a 9th grade reading and math level
- Be struggling to meet basic needs
- Have work experience and currently be working, or have other means of financial support
- Be willing to work hard to improve her finances
For more information about E3 or to begin the application process, sign up for an orientation session.
Download the E3 program application here.
E3 Participant Testimonies
"The comprehensive nature of the E3 program, and the support system within it, has rebuilt my faith in my abilities and my community. Participating in E3 has challenged and inspired me, and helped me find the foundation to blossom professionally and educationally. I am excited to re-start my journey and to be able to support the E3 program in the future. Any woman who has felt lost professionally or educationally owes it to herself to apply for the E3 program. What an amazing collaboration and resource!"
~ Jolara, E3 participant fall 2011
"[I chose to participate] because I was tired of being laid off jobs and not having a safety net of a degree to fall back on. I have been continually under-employed for the past several years and am tired of struggling. [The program helped] by presenting different subjects that will give me a solid foundation and support system when I go back to school… all of the sessions fit together, like a puzzle. [But] it's the camaraderie and partnership of our group as a whole that has impacted me the most. Each woman has so much to offer and contribute."
~ Marci, E3 participant winter 2011
"The built in support group is great because sometimes the answers come from your peers. I like the homework E3 assigns us because the homework mirrors what's going on in my life as I try to get myself back to school."
~ Flora, E3 participant winter 2011
"Without the E3 program, I wouldn't be in school working toward my degree, so I can change careers and earn a livable wage. I have gained many tools to help me on my journey, and I have ongoing support from the staff and my peers as well. I am empowered and elevated!"
~ Jennifer, E3 participant fall 2011
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