The GradUS Project
WORKFORCE INNOVATION FOR ECONOMIC MOBILITY
Project E.A.T.
A two year program funded by the Delta Regional Authority:
Earn - the project pays $10 per hour for transitional employment in a gourmet popcorn business.
Assistance - the project provides supportive services such as domestic violence support group, free mammogram, referrals for Workforce Innovation and Opportunities Act Eligibility and job placement assistance.
Training - the project pays the tuition to attend Southwest Tennessee Community College's Industry Certification in manufacturing. Additionally, employability skills training is delivered.
Why we focus on Domestic Violence Victims and Disadvantaged Youth?
$7.9M
Cost of paid work days lost due to Domestic Violence annually
75%
Of Domestic Violence Survivors stayed due to Economic Insecurity
2X
Youth with disabilities are twice as likely to be unemployed
21%