Meet Liany

"The career center opened up a new world for me - it gave me hope and a path forward."

Liany Baez was unemployed and living on transitional assistance. She struggled to make ends meet while caring for her two young daughters. She knew she needed a job but did not know how to begin the search. While shopping at the Goodwill store in Roxbury with her mother, she noticed flyers for the Goodwill Boston Career Center and decided to learn more.

“At Goodwill Boston Career Center, I realized there were real opportunities for me,” she said.

With guidance from a career advisor, Liany completed a career assessment and explored job training options. Together, they identified the YMCA Property Management program as a strong opportunity to help her move forward. Her career advisor assisted in securing financial support, and Liany enrolled in the 10-week training program.

After completing the program, she secured a paid internship with the Boston Housing Authority in Charlestown. The internship provided hands-on experience while allowing her to earn income to support her family.

Today, Liany is enthusiastic about her role and confident she will secure a permanent position that will enable her to fully support herself and her daughters.