Conflict is inevitable. Resolution is possible. Empowered Pathways has a variety of trainings in conflict resolution, communication, soft skills, leadership, cultural competency, pro-social skills, and related topics that anyone can benefit from! These are skills that can be applied at work, at school, at worship, at home, or with people on the street.
The Women's Employment and Resource Center is a core part of Empowered Pathways. WERC is a collection of programs designed to deliver exceptional, personalized training to help women identify and achieve their employment goals. Our vision is to have all women in need of work employed in a career which gives them satisfaction and respect. Any time we have accomplished a goal or experienced significant success in life, there have been many dedicated people who have recognized our potential and supported us as we dared to dream a bigger, better dream. For many local women who do not have this close-knit pool of advocates, WERC is that unwavering and essential support system.
WERC is the first step in the long, arduous journey to lasting change. Why? Because when a woman seeks assistance through WERC, they are no longer alone. We become their coach, helping them navigate and eliminate obstacles. We are their teachers, instilling confidence and providing a myriad of essential skills. We are their cheerleaders, rooting them on as they successfully chart a course from modest goals to big dreams.
Conflict is a constant and natural part of our lives. How we choose to handle that conflict makes a difference. Our training and educational services have been developed over time to incorporate the latest theoretical and practical applications in Conflict Resolution. The instructors are also practitioners, certified under the New York State Unified Court System's guidelines to mediate and arbitrate disputes. Our instructors have been trained and certified by organizations including the New York State Dispute Resolution Association, the Mediation Training Institute, Conflict Coaching Matters, the Institute for Restorative Initiatives, and the International Institute for Restorative Practices. This combination of conceptual background and practical experience offers the widest possible range of ideas and techniques.
Schools, and the youth that they serve, have unique challenges and opportunities. Empowered Pathways seeks to ensure that these are at the core of the services that we offer to these communities, making the greatest positive impact that we can while respecting what makes these organizations special. Over time, schools have evolved to be much more than just educational institutions. They also form the center of families' social, intellectual, and moral lives, providing a support system that touches every part of a community. 