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Jana

“I felt there was no way out… but I asked for help and started a new chapter in my life.”

A single mother of two young children, Jana found herself trapped in an unstable relationship marked by domestic violence. With limited resources and burdened with severe depression and a sense of hopelessness, she believed there was no way out – until she gathered the courage to ask for help.

At Connections to Success, Jana found more than support. She found a path forward. Through our programs, she learned to build confidence, discover her worth, and forge a new path toward economic independence. “I found a sisterhood in the Professional Women’s Group at Connections to Success,” Jana reflects. “And that really gave me hope, encouragement, and a great team of women that joined in on supporting me and my family.”

Today, Jana is a self-published author, keynote speaker, and host of an internet radio show. She continues to empower others with her story and is living proof that transformation is possible when hope meets opportunity.

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Are your programs free?
Yes! Our programs are completely free to participants. We offer career development, professional attire, life transformation coaching, relationship skill building, long-term support, and more – all at no cost.
What kind of services do your programs offer?
We offer personal and professional development training, résumé building, mock interviews, business wardrobe styling, career coaching, life transformation coaching, professional men’s and women’s groups, mentoring, family and community events, connections to employment opportunities, and referrals for resources such as transportation, housing, and more.
Who can apply to participate in your programs?
We welcome participants from all backgrounds, without judgment. If you are ready for a change in your life and are facing challenges to overcome, then you’ve come to the right place. We are truly like a second family to the people we serve. Many of our program graduates go on to become volunteers and staff members at Connections to Success.
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