The federal shutdown is affecting our community. If you can, please donate to your local food bank or food pantry to help those in need.

Thank You to Our Generous Sponsors! JVS SoCal is deeply grateful to Terri & Jerry Kohl, Carol Muchin, and Debbie & Rick Powell for their incredible support of the JVS SoCal Women’s Leadership Network 13th Annual Woman to Woman Conference. Your gifts help us to empower women.

With the help of our partners, JVS SoCal helps thousands of participants get the skills and resources they need to become self-sufficient through LA County’s Greater Avenues for Independence (GAIN) and the Refugee Employment and Acculturation Services (REAS) programs.

🚗✨ October is Cartober—a month-long campaign celebrating the power of vehicle donations to fuel change! Throughout October, CARS partners with nonprofits nationwide, including JVS SoCal. . Learn how to donate here: jvs-socal.careasy.org/home #Cartober #JVSSoCal #DriveChange

On behalf of JVS SoCal, we thank Susan W. Robertson, Empowerment Sponsor of the Women’s Leadership Network 13th Annual Woman to Woman Conference. Your generous support—along with the blessed memory of Carl W. Robertson, Cara W. Robertson and Chip & Carrie Robertson. #JVSSoCal

Our work is made possible by the dedicated organizations we partner with. We are incredibly grateful to our amazing partner, The Change Reaction, who are committed to helping individuals navigate challenging life events or significant changes.

When Tina Weathers decided to end an abusive relationship, she was not only left with a broken heart. She was left without savings, an income, and could not afford the apartment where she had been living with her ex-fiancé. Full Story Here: ow.ly/5qIM50R3Bu5

Thank you to our Encouragement Sponsors, Debbie & Rick Powell and Pink’s Hot Dogs, for their generous support of JVS SoCal’s Women’s Leadership Network 13th Annual Woman to Woman Conference. jvs-socal.org/w2w25/ #WomanToWoman #WomensLeadership #JVSSoCal #CommunitySupport

🎃👻 Happy Halloween, everyone! Let's put on our spookiest costumes, carve some pumpkins, and indulge in some delicious treats. Whether you're trick-or-treating or having a scary movie marathon at home, we hope your day is filled with fun and frights! #SpookySeason 🧛‍♂️🕷️

Join us for The JVS SoCal Women's Leadership Network 13th Annual Woman to Woman Conference, featuring Empowerment Award Honoree - Diedra Porché, dedicated to fostering resilient communities where financial health is accessible to all. Register: jvs-socal.org/w2w25/

A sincere thank you to U.S. Bank, our Empowerment Sponsor for the 13th Annual Woman to Woman Conference! Your generous support helps JVS SoCal’s Women’s Leadership Network continue to empower women, foster connection, and create lasting impact in our community.

November is National Native American Heritage Month — At JVS SoCal, we recognize the deep wisdom, resilience, and leadership of Indigenous communities — past and present — and remain committed to fostering equity, inclusion, and opportunity for all.

Whether you're in foster care, part of a low-income household, an English language learner, LGBTQ, or facing other life challenges — we’re here to help you take the first step toward a long-term career path in high-demand industries. Learn more: ow.ly/a5C950WwgI1

At just 18 years old, Karoll Cortez was trying to become fully self-sufficient, which is hard enough for anyone in today’s world, but especially for someone so young with no trade or college education. Read more: ow.ly/fH8250WjZyZ

Register Today! 3rd Annual Holiday Hiring Spree November 13th, 2025 9 a.m. - Noon 1050 E. Palmdale Boulevard, Suite 207B Palmdale, CA 93550

Thank you to Ann and Don Levin, on behalf of the Don Levin Trust, our Empowerment Sponsor for the 13th Annual Woman to Woman Conference! Your generous support helps JVS SoCal’s Women’s Leadership Network uplift women, and strengthen our community. #WomanToWoman #EmpowerWomen

Join us in celebrating the radiologic technologists who keep our communities healthy and strong. #RadTechWeek #RadiologicTechnologyWeek #HealthcareHeroes #JVSSoCal #RadNet

In partnership with the National Apartment Association and Southern California’s leading real estate development and property management firms, ApartmentWorks prepares job seekers for positions as Certified Apartment Maintenance Technicians (CAMT). jvsapartmentworks.org

Starr Wilson's inspiring journey is a testament to resilience, determination, and the power of community support. After years of physically demanding work at the post office, Starr decided to return to her true passion—healthcare—with the help of JVS SoCal HealthWorks program.

When you participate in Greater Avenues for Independence (GAIN) you can receive employment-related services to help you find a job, stay employed, and move on to higher paying jobs. Services include Job Club, Vocational Assessment, Education and Training. dpss.lacounty.gov/en/jobs/gain.h…