Steve’s Success
When Steven came to FSET in 2019, he had already overcome so many challenges. After achieving 5 years sobriety, he was ready to accomplish...
When Steven came to FSET in 2019, he had already overcome so many challenges. After achieving 5 years sobriety, he was ready to accomplish...
Kakola came to the United States as a Refugee from the Democratic Republic of Congo in July of 2020. Kakola’s wife, Furaha, came here...
"I love helping people out and always want to be there to help others through their rough times in life," Michele tells us. Unfortunately,...
Many Americans have struggled to get high-speed internet access throughout the pandemic. If you're one of them, you know how hard that makes it...
Failure is not the alternative to success,” says Shanteria. “It’s something to be avoided, but it’s only a temporary setback on a bigger, more...
Nicky's achieved a lot in a short time. When her second child was born, she needed reliable support. Wisconsin Works was just the ticket....
"Only you can hold you back," says DeShawn. He just graduated from the TrANS construction program, and with hard work and teachers who believe...
When Dawn moved to Wisconsin, she brought a whole lot of energy and compassion with her - but she was surprised that her CNA license...
"To understand the power of Alex's story, you have to go back to April of 2013 after he had graduated our program," says Northeast...
Kim is in the business of smiles - and thanks to a successful job search with Wisconsin Works and FSET, she's back to sharing...
"Amanda and I love to share all our mommy highs and lows each time we meet," says Der Lo, a Career Planner with WIOA....
Moving from rural Wisconsin to the city of Oshkosh was a big change for Jamie, but she knew that's where her family could find...
Ashley has the kind of quiet energy that amazes. One day, she’s just starting to volunteer at the front office, and the next, she’s...
“I have a fight inside me like no other,” says Roseatta. Homeless and struggling to overcome a traumatic upbringing in foster care, she can...
Jenni loved being a server, but when she fell sick, her doctor said she'd need to find a new career. Thankfully, she knew exactly where to...
“Being a Nursing Assistant is something important to me,” says Gabby. “It is such a rewarding feeling.” Before joining Wisconsin Works, Gabby did not...
If you’ve been following FSC for a while, you might recognize Juan from a TrANS flagging class last year. Today, he’s got a full-time...
When we first met Brett, he told us a story about grocery shopping with his young son. Walking down the aisle, his son asked...
“The WIOA program has helped me learn necessary skills for a job market that is in need of job seekers," says Matt. He joined...
When Myra sees a great opportunity, she jumps into it with both feet forward! After just two weeks with Wisconsin Works, she co-enrolled in FSET,...
After working with Wisconsin Works for only a few months, Victoria is thrilled to have a great job, a happy daughter, and a plan...
Our WIOA participants all have unique paths, but each of these young men also have something in common: they have all just earned degrees...
Almost three years ago, Daphrose brought her family to safety from the war torn Congo. The U.S. offered freedom they never had before, but...
Carrie did not want just another job - she wanted "a meaningful career for a lifetime," and she got it by joining FSET! If you're...
As a young boy, Rob dreamed of working at a news station. Fast forward twenty years, and he had earned his bachelor’s in broadcast...
“The wonderful people at FSET not only gave me some practical office work experience but the motivation to search for employment and my enthusiasm...
Lonnie was close to a touchdown, but he fumbled the ball at the last second. At least, that's how he felt after getting multiple...
Enrolling in FSET straight from prison, Cashmere was determined not to go back, and to be the inspiration his family deserves. He came to us...
William knew he'd be a great addition for an employer, if he could just get a chance. He got this chance through FSET, and he's now making the...
Molly's story is one of persevering through any odds. After enrolling in Wisconsin Works, she has found her calling and is heading to college this...
After moving her family halfway around the world, Mumtaz was determined to find any work possible to support them. After enrolling in Wisconsin Works,...
Dominique made smart moves this year. The first one was hard: leaving everything behind to begin a better life. The second one made it...
Sue never dreamed that working in a nursing home would be the perfect fit. After starting a Work Experience through Wisconsin Works, she discovered...
"Enrolling in [Wisconsin Works] was the first step to our future," says Nadiesky, who fled to the United States a year ago with her...
Caring full-time for her newborn gave Jessica time to imagine a wonderful future for her family. In it, she helped people face life-and-death battles...
As Lawanda will tell you, Wisconsin Works helps build strong families. From living with her family in the back of a truck a year...
Family has always been Allyssa’s top priority. Studying full-time, maintaining the household, or financial concerns would wait until the children were asleep. She knew...
Sierra wanted to make the best life possible for her newborn girl when she joined Wisconsin Works. Determined to get back to school and...
With science experiments during the day and improv at night, our Upward Bound East and Central students got an unforgettable taste of college life at St. Norbert...
Lisa is a young mother with big plans for her future. Capable and driven, she became her family’s breadwinner while still earning her high...
Bobbie’s passion for helping others has kept her going through the obstacle course of life these past few years. She became a skilled juggler...
Duane has learned to be resourceful over the years. Living in a tent during the summer, he figured out that without a fridge, he...
Help us congratulate Jaleel for successfully completing his GED at the NWTC - Marinette campus! Jaleel joined the WIOA Youth program in October 2015, where...
If you're a trendy shopper, you might see Tiana at her new job at Forward 21. Confident and happy, she says that this job...
Every strong woman has a story about the weights she had to lift from her shoulders. This year, Wendy has lifted four of life's greatest...
Joshua graduated from TrANS in October 2013 and is described by his instructor as the "most physically gifted grad I ever had.” Today he's working on...
Gretchen has always believed her job is to inspire hope in others. When medical issues forced Gretchen to leave her job at the WI Department...
It might seem like the job you’re searching for is hiding around the corner, but the only way to find it is to keep...
Forward Service Corporation is excited to announce the launch of a new program called TEMP, funded by the Wisconsin Department of Children and Families....
Jason knew that he needed to learn a better way to find work. He was constantly filling out applications but could not seem to...
Governor Scott Walker joined Forward Service Corporation on April 20th to mark the first anniversary celebration of the FSET program at the Bay Central Job Center...
There are options for people in every circumstance, and knowing what they are can make all the difference. A single mom, Kami’s job barely...
College is an awfully big adventure, and having time to explore it can be a lot of fun, as our Upward Bound Central and...
Reflecting on her journey, Lamyra said “I look at my kids and myself, and everything we’ve overcome: abuse, depression, and a lack of confidence....
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