Women's Employment Network (WEN)

Women's Employment Network (WEN)

Civic and Social Organizations

Kansas City, Missouri 2,357 followers

Women's Employment Network is a network of support to help you with your career and finances.

About us

WEN offers job-search training and resources; individualized coaching; and professional case management services to unemployed and underemployed women living in the greater Kansas City area. The Women’s Employment Network (WEN) was founded in 1986 by Beth K. Smith and the late Marjorie Powell Allen. These two community leaders had a vision of helping women transform their lives to become economically self-sufficient through sustained employment. WEN serves women in the bi-state Kansas City metropolitan area. Our target population includes women that are age 18 - 62 with a high school diploma or the equivalent. These women may be unemployed, laid off, going through a career transition, returning to the workforce, or displaced homemakers. WEN works with these women to identify individual barriers to employment and to create a plan of action to overcome those barriers.

Website
http://www.kcwen.org/
Industry
Civic and Social Organizations
Company size
2-10 employees
Headquarters
Kansas City, Missouri
Type
Nonprofit
Founded
1986

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  • WEN is excited to partner with Chief of Staff KC for COS Professional Development Day on November 4th! This free event will celebrate National Career Development month by helping you grow your career with hands-on resources and guidance.   Event highlights include: - One-on-one resume workshop - Networking seminar - Mock interviews (for both interviewers and interviewees) - Professional headshots - LinkedIn Tips - Keynote speech by Joel Goldberg, announcer for the KC Royals   Ready to take the next step in your career? Register today! (https://lnkd.in/gJAJaWi7)   **This event is free to attend. Registration is required due to limited capacity.   #COSProfessionalDevelopmentDay #ChiefOfStaffKC #WEN #CareerDevelopment #KansasCity

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    Calling all job seekers and hiring managers to celebrate National Community Service Day and Career Development Month with this FREE community event! ⭐ Chief of Staff is proud to partner with Women's Employment Network (WEN) to bring job seekers and hiring managers hands-on resources to elevate their careers. Event highlights include: 📌 One-on-one resume workshops 📌 Networking seminar 📌 Mock Interviews (for both interviewers and interviewees) 📌 Professional Headshots 📌 LinkedIn Tips 📌 Keynote speech by Joel Goldberg (announcer for Kansas City Royals) Register here: https://lnkd.in/gJAJaWi7 - Session 1 (11:00-12:15) - Session 2 (11:45-1:00) **This event and all resources are free. Registration is REQUIRED due to limited capacity. Questions? Call us at 816-581-2776. #KansasCity #Event #JobSeekers #Hiring #Workshop #KansasCityEvent #Speech #JobSeekers #HiringManager

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    ⭐ November 4th: COS Professional Development Day ⭐ In celebration of National Career Development Month and Community Service Day, we’re proud to partner with the Women's Employment Network (WEN) to bring you this free event packed with valuable resources to help elevate your career! Event Highlights: 📌 One-on-one resume workshop 📌 Networking seminar 📌 Mock interviews (for both interviewers and interviewees) 📌 Professional headshots 📌 LinkedIn Tips 📌 Keynote speech by Joel Goldberg, announcer for the KC Royals Register today! (https://lnkd.in/gJAJaWi7)   **This event is free to attend. Registration is required due to limited capacity.   #COSProfessionalDevelopmentDay #ChiefOfStaffKC #WEN #CareerDevelopment #KansasCity #Event

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  • Meet with Kansas City's top employers hiring now. The KC Job Fair will provide you with access to employers seeking talented candidates in every discipline, from hospitality and health care to finance, education, and everything in between. Free to the public. Free parking for up to 3 hours.

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  • 🎉 Happy National Coaches Day! At Women’s Employment Network (WEN), we recognize the transformative power of coaching in helping individuals reach their full potential. Coaches provide the guidance, support, and expertise needed to help us achieve our goals—both personally and professionally. Financial well-being is no different. Having the right coach can make all the difference in creating a stable and prosperous future. That's why we're proud to highlight our Financial Coach, Kristina Holloman, who empowers women to take control of their finances, overcome challenges, and plan for brighter days ahead. Whether you're looking to manage debt, build savings, or simply improve your financial health, Kristina is here to support you every step of the way. Ready to get started? ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gUXVx5qH

  • We are thrilled to welcome Jessica Whitehead to our team as our new MSW Practicum Student. Jessica is currently pursuing her Master of Social Work at the The University of Kansas and brings a fresh perspective and enthusiasm to our mission. Jessica will be working closely with our team, contributing her insights and skills to support our programs and initiatives. Her dedication to social work and commitment to empowering women align perfectly with our values, and we are excited to see the impact she will make. Please join us in giving Jessica a warm welcome to WEN!

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  • Are you looking for practical tips to make your job search more effective? Networking is one of the most powerful tools at your disposal! Whether you're just starting your career, pivoting industries, or seeking new opportunities, building genuine connections can open doors that a resume alone might not. At WEN, we’re committed to providing real-world strategies to help you grow your professional network and stand out in today’s competitive job market. Start by building relationships that matter! Share your go-to networking strategies in the comments.

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  • Why attend WEN’s Three Pillars to Success this October? ✔️ Career Development: Gain insights and skills to advance your career and achieve your professional goals. ✔️ Networking: Connect with like-minded professionals and mentors to expand your network and discover new opportunities. ✔️ Personal Empowerment: Build confidence and self-esteem to excel in both your personal and professional life. ✔️ Skill Enhancement: Participate in workshops on resume building, interview techniques, and job search strategies. ✔️ Community Support: Join a supportive community of women who share similar goals and challenges. ✔️ Job Fair Preparation: Get ready for the Kansas City Job Fair on October 30th and set yourself up for success! October is the perfect time to invest in your future and set yourself up for success in the coming year. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your career and connect with an inspiring network of women. 🔗 kcwen.org/three #CareerDevelopment #WomenInLeadership #Networking #ProfessionalGrowth #KansasCity #WomensEmploymentNetwork #KCJobFair

  • This workshop is designed to help you silence your inner critic and overcome self-doubt. You'll learn techniques for identifying and challenging negative self-talk, such as reframing negative thoughts in a positive light.

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  • Our Legacy Circle Cocktail Party on September 24th, hosted with immense generosity by Kim Jones and Shelly Freeman was filled with joy and empowerment. The turnout was moving, with both familiar faces and new friends uniting to champion the cause of the Women's Employment Network (WEN). Thank you to all who were able to attend. #WomenSupportingWomen

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