"My Journey to GIS and How You Can Follow My Path" - Leea Kelly's Journey To A GIS Career

Several years ago, I was searching for restaurant jobs online with no clear direction, when a friend recommended Hopeworks. This nonprofit social enterprise is dedicated to training young adults in the technology fields that will propel them into living-wage careers.

Before learning more about the Hopeworks program, I was skeptical that I would achieve success. I had always categorized myself as an artistic person and had no inkling of my potential in tech. However, after learning more about how the organization prepares young adults for the working world, I felt as though the door to excelling in the industry had swung open. Hopeworks offers trauma-informed support, real-world experience, and comprehensive technical training.

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