After a year of exploration with key stakeholders, philanthropy, cross-sector partners, and local champions, we have heard loud and clear that there is an opportunity to join, complement, and strengthen workforce efforts in Atlanta.
We are thrilled to answer this call and announce our first ever STRIVE-operated site outside of New York City: STRIVE Atlanta!
Targeted to launch in the fall of 2020, STRIVE Atlanta will bring our expanded 5-pillar career pathway model to the citizens of Atlanta, focusing on the attitudes and skills needed for success at work, with comprehensive wraparound support and long-term follow-up.
This new site will incorporate our proven programs with strong local Atlanta partnerships and collaborations with new partners such as Atlanta CareerRise. We are dedicated to ensuring our efforts fully support existing local efforts and planning, as well as the city's vision for One Atlanta.
Meet Jomal Vailes, Founding Executive Director, STRIVE Atlanta
We are also eager to introduce Jomal Vailes as Executive Director, STRIVE Atlanta.
A longtime Atlanta resident, Jomal has served the community for over 20 years and is committed to advocating for vulnerable populations and closing the access gap. He has previously served as Chief External Affairs Officer for The Center for Working Families (Annie E. Casey Foundation, Atlanta Civic Site), Manager of Corporate and Foundation Relations for Georgia Aquarium, and Manager of Community Engagement and Diversity Programs for the world-renowned Atlanta Symphony Orchestra.
Jomal currently lives in Atlanta with his wife and three daughters.