
FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla., Jan. 28, 2025 — The public television program, “Empowered with Meg Ryan,” will feature Workshops Empowerment Inc., an organization assisting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in securing suitable careers.
Workshops Empowerment Inc. aims to empower individuals, providing them with the skills and confidence to obtain meaningful employment and greater independence.
Austin England, Director of Marketing, explains that their objective is not simply job placement, but rather to help individuals find fulfilling careers through job readiness courses and paid internships.
Workshops Empowerment offers holistic development, preparing participants for all aspects of life, including financial literacy, communication, and social skills, enabling them to lead fulfilling and independent lives.
“Workshops has kept me on the right path. I have the skills to pay bills and live on my own. Without WE Inc., I would be someplace I don’t want to be.”- Taris, a program participant.
“Empowered with Meg Ryan” highlights Workshops Empowerment’s commitment to inclusivity and equity, fostering independence and community support for individuals with IDD.
About Empowered with Meg Ryan
Empowered with Meg Ryan is a public television series showcasing the positive impact of education and opportunity. It features individuals and organizations making a difference.
About Workshops Empowerment Inc.
Workshops Empowerment Inc. is a non-profit organization helping individuals with disabilities and employment barriers reach their vocational potential. Through training, support services, and individualized attention, they build skills and confidence for workplace success.
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