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September 26, 2022 - Lancaster, PA

L&I Secretary Commends YWCA Lancaster, PA Women Work for Empowering Women in the Workforce Through New Choices Career Development Program

Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) Secretary Jennifer Berrier joined community leaders at the YWCA Lancaster for a tour of their newly renovated facility and a roundtable discussion, where she highlighted the YWCA Lancaster New Choices Career Development program. New Choices, funded by the Pennsylvania Women Work organization through L&I's New Choices New Options grant, is a program that offers opportunities for Pennsylvanians, to achieve economic self-sufficiency through personal development, career guidance and job training.

"By empowering individuals with job search and interview skills, opportunities to build their confidence and support to achieve professional goals, New Choices programs are helping Pennsylvanians negotiating the labor market to find lasting employment that pays a family-sustaining wage and improves their overall quality of life," said Secretary Berrier. "This critical program would not be possible without the perseverance of the Pennsylvania Women Work organization and organizations like the YWCA Lancaster who offer the New Choices program."

Speakers Include:
Secretary Jennifer Berrier, Labor and Industry
Stacie Blake, CEO, YWCA Lancaster
Rep. Mike Sturla, 96th District
Senator Scott Martin, 13th Senatorial District
John Trescot, Lancaster County Commissioner
Danene Sorace, Mayor, Lancaster City

**Video: Remarks from Sec. Berrier, followed by b-roll of tour, then roundtable discussion**



Lancaster, PA. Exterior of YWCA Lancaster. Officials from the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) joined community leaders at the YWCA Lancaster for a tour of their newly renovated facility and a roundtable discussion, where she highlighted the YWCA Lancaster New Choices Career Development program. New Choices, funded by the Pennsylvania Women Work organization through L&Is New Choices New Options grant, is a program that offers opportunities for Pennsylvanians, to achieve economic self-sufficiency through personal development, career guidance and job training. September 26, 2022.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22200_LI_YWCALancaster_AG_01.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lancaster, PA. State and local officials tour the Lancaster YWCA. Officials from the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) joined community leaders at the YWCA Lancaster for a tour of their newly renovated facility and a roundtable discussion, where she highlighted the YWCA Lancaster New Choices Career Development program. New Choices, funded by the Pennsylvania Women Work organization through L&Is New Choices New Options grant, is a program that offers opportunities for Pennsylvanians, to achieve economic self-sufficiency through personal development, career guidance and job training. September 26, 2022.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22200_LI_YWCALancaster_AG_02.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lancaster, PA. State and local officials tour the Lancaster YWCA. Officials from the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) joined community leaders at the YWCA Lancaster for a tour of their newly renovated facility and a roundtable discussion, where she highlighted the YWCA Lancaster New Choices Career Development program. New Choices, funded by the Pennsylvania Women Work organization through L&Is New Choices New Options grant, is a program that offers opportunities for Pennsylvanians, to achieve economic self-sufficiency through personal development, career guidance and job training. September 26, 2022.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22200_LI_YWCALancaster_AG_03.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lancaster, PA. L&I Secretary Jennifer Berrie looking at new renovations during Mondays tour. Officials from the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) joined community leaders at the YWCA Lancaster for a tour of their newly renovated facility and a roundtable discussion, where she highlighted the YWCA Lancaster New Choices Career Development program. New Choices, funded by the Pennsylvania Women Work organization through L&Is New Choices New Options grant, is a program that offers opportunities for Pennsylvanians, to achieve economic self-sufficiency through personal development, career guidance and job training. September 26, 2022.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22200_LI_YWCALancaster_AG_04.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lancaster, PA. (L-R) L&I Secretary Jennifer Berrie, Stacie Blake, CEO, YWCA Lancasterlisten to Lancaster Mayor Danene Sorace during Mondays tour. Officials from the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) joined community leaders at the YWCA Lancaster for a tour of their newly renovated facility and a roundtable discussion, where she highlighted the YWCA Lancaster New Choices Career Development program. New Choices, funded by the Pennsylvania Women Work organization through L&Is New Choices New Options grant, is a program that offers opportunities for Pennsylvanians, to achieve economic self-sufficiency through personal development, career guidance and job training. September 26, 2022.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22200_LI_YWCALancaster_AG_05.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lancaster, PA. State and local officials tour the ground floor of the Lancaster YWCA. Officials from the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) joined community leaders at the YWCA Lancaster for a tour of their newly renovated facility and a roundtable discussion, where she highlighted the YWCA Lancaster New Choices Career Development program. New Choices, funded by the Pennsylvania Women Work organization through L&Is New Choices New Options grant, is a program that offers opportunities for Pennsylvanians, to achieve economic self-sufficiency through personal development, career guidance and job training. September 26, 2022.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22200_LI_YWCALancaster_AG_06.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lancaster, PA. State and local officials tour the ground floor of the Lancaster YWCA. Officials from the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) joined community leaders at the YWCA Lancaster for a tour of their newly renovated facility and a roundtable discussion, where she highlighted the YWCA Lancaster New Choices Career Development program. New Choices, funded by the Pennsylvania Women Work organization through L&Is New Choices New Options grant, is a program that offers opportunities for Pennsylvanians, to achieve economic self-sufficiency through personal development, career guidance and job training. September 26, 2022.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22200_LI_YWCALancaster_AG_07.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lancaster, PA. A rendering of what the ground floor of the YWCA will look like after renovations. Officials from the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) joined community leaders at the YWCA Lancaster for a tour of their newly renovated facility and a roundtable discussion, where she highlighted the YWCA Lancaster New Choices Career Development program. New Choices, funded by the Pennsylvania Women Work organization through L&Is New Choices New Options grant, is a program that offers opportunities for Pennsylvanians, to achieve economic self-sufficiency through personal development, career guidance and job training. September 26, 2022.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22200_LI_YWCALancaster_AG_08.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lancaster, PA. L&I Secretary Jennifer Berrie interacting with other guests during Monday's event. Officials from the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) joined community leaders at the YWCA Lancaster for a tour of their newly renovated facility and a roundtable discussion, where she highlighted the YWCA Lancaster New Choices Career Development program. New Choices, funded by the Pennsylvania Women Work organization through L&Is New Choices New Options grant, is a program that offers opportunities for Pennsylvanians, to achieve economic self-sufficiency through personal development, career guidance and job training. September 26, 2022.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22200_LI_YWCALancaster_AG_09.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lancaster, PA. Officials from the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) joined community leaders at the YWCA Lancaster for a tour of their newly renovated facility and a roundtable discussion, where she highlighted the YWCA Lancaster New Choices Career Development program. New Choices, funded by the Pennsylvania Women Work organization through L&Is New Choices New Options grant, is a program that offers opportunities for Pennsylvanians, to achieve economic self-sufficiency through personal development, career guidance and job training. September 26, 2022.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22200_LI_YWCALancaster_AG_10.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lancaster, PA. Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) Secretary Jennifer Berrier speaks at a round table discussion during Mondays visit. Officials from the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) joined community leaders at the YWCA Lancaster for a tour of their newly renovated facility and a roundtable discussion, where she highlighted the YWCA Lancaster New Choices Career Development program. New Choices, funded by the Pennsylvania Women Work organization through L&Is New Choices New Options grant, is a program that offers opportunities for Pennsylvanians, to achieve economic self-sufficiency through personal development, career guidance and job training. September 26, 2022.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22200_LI_YWCALancaster_AG_11.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lancaster, PA. Lancaster City Mayor Danene Sorace speaks at a round table discussion during Mondays visit. Officials from the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) joined community leaders at the YWCA Lancaster for a tour of their newly renovated facility and a roundtable discussion, where she highlighted the YWCA Lancaster New Choices Career Development program. New Choices, funded by the Pennsylvania Women Work organization through L&Is New Choices New Options grant, is a program that offers opportunities for Pennsylvanians, to achieve economic self-sufficiency through personal development, career guidance and job training. September 26, 2022.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22200_LI_YWCALancaster_AG_12.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lancaster, PA. Lancaster City Mayor Danene Sorace speaks at a round table discussion during Mondays visit. Officials from the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) joined community leaders at the YWCA Lancaster for a tour of their newly renovated facility and a roundtable discussion, where she highlighted the YWCA Lancaster New Choices Career Development program. New Choices, funded by the Pennsylvania Women Work organization through L&Is New Choices New Options grant, is a program that offers opportunities for Pennsylvanians, to achieve economic self-sufficiency through personal development, career guidance and job training. September 26, 2022.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22200_LI_YWCALancaster_AG_13.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lancaster, PA. Senator Scott Martin speaks at a round table discussion during Mondays visit. Officials from the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) joined community leaders at the YWCA Lancaster for a tour of their newly renovated facility and a roundtable discussion, where she highlighted the YWCA Lancaster New Choices Career Development program. New Choices, funded by the Pennsylvania Women Work organization through L&Is New Choices New Options grant, is a program that offers opportunities for Pennsylvanians, to achieve economic self-sufficiency through personal development, career guidance and job training. September 26, 2022.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22200_LI_YWCALancaster_AG_14.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lancaster, PA. Rep. Mike Sturla speaks at a round table discussion during Mondays visit. Officials from the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) joined community leaders at the YWCA Lancaster for a tour of their newly renovated facility and a roundtable discussion, where she highlighted the YWCA Lancaster New Choices Career Development program. New Choices, funded by the Pennsylvania Women Work organization through L&Is New Choices New Options grant, is a program that offers opportunities for Pennsylvanians, to achieve economic self-sufficiency through personal development, career guidance and job training. September 26, 2022.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22200_LI_YWCALancaster_AG_15.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lancaster, PA. Senator Scott Martin, Secretary Jennifer Berrier and YWCA CEO Stacie Blake listen while Representative Mike Sturla speaks during Monday's roundtable discussion. Officials from the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) joined community leaders at the YWCA Lancaster for a tour of their newly renovated facility and a roundtable discussion, where she highlighted the YWCA Lancaster New Choices Career Development program. New Choices, funded by the Pennsylvania Women Work organization through L&Is New Choices New Options grant, is a program that offers opportunities for Pennsylvanians, to achieve economic self-sufficiency through personal development, career guidance and job training. September 26, 2022.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22200_LI_YWCALancaster_AG_16.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lancaster, PA. Deb St Onge, Director, New Choices Career Development Program speaks at a round table discussion during Mondays visit. Officials from the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) joined community leaders at the YWCA Lancaster for a tour of their newly renovated facility and a roundtable discussion, where she highlighted the YWCA Lancaster New Choices Career Development program. New Choices, funded by the Pennsylvania Women Work organization through L&Is New Choices New Options grant, is a program that offers opportunities for Pennsylvanians, to achieve economic self-sufficiency through personal development, career guidance and job training. September 26, 2022.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22200_LI_YWCALancaster_AG_17.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lancaster, PA. Deborah Wilson Gadsden, President, Board of Directors, YWCA Lancaster listens during a round table discussion while visiting the Lancaster YWCA Monday. Officials from the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) joined community leaders at the YWCA Lancaster for a tour of their newly renovated facility and a roundtable discussion, where she highlighted the YWCA Lancaster New Choices Career Development program. New Choices, funded by the Pennsylvania Women Work organization through L&Is New Choices New Options grant, is a program that offers opportunities for Pennsylvanians, to achieve economic self-sufficiency through personal development, career guidance and job training. September 26, 2022.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22200_LI_YWCALancaster_AG_18.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lancaster, PA. Lancaster City Mayor Danene Sorace listens during a round table discussion while visiting the Lancaster YWCA Monday. Officials from the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) joined community leaders at the YWCA Lancaster for a tour of their newly renovated facility and a roundtable discussion, where she highlighted the YWCA Lancaster New Choices Career Development program. New Choices, funded by the Pennsylvania Women Work organization through L&Is New Choices New Options grant, is a program that offers opportunities for Pennsylvanians, to achieve economic self-sufficiency through personal development, career guidance and job training. September 26, 2022.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22200_LI_YWCALancaster_AG_19.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lancaster, PA. Lancaster County Commissioner John Trescot listens during a round table discussion while visiting the Lancaster YWCA Monday. Officials from the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) joined community leaders at the YWCA Lancaster for a tour of their newly renovated facility and a roundtable discussion, where she highlighted the YWCA Lancaster New Choices Career Development program. New Choices, funded by the Pennsylvania Women Work organization through L&Is New Choices New Options grant, is a program that offers opportunities for Pennsylvanians, to achieve economic self-sufficiency through personal development, career guidance and job training. September 26, 2022.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22200_LI_YWCALancaster_AG_20.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lancaster, PA. Stacie Blake, CEO, YWCA Lancaster listens during a round table discussion while visiting the Lancaster YWCA Monday. Officials from the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) joined community leaders at the YWCA Lancaster for a tour of their newly renovated facility and a roundtable discussion, where she highlighted the YWCA Lancaster New Choices Career Development program. New Choices, funded by the Pennsylvania Women Work organization through L&Is New Choices New Options grant, is a program that offers opportunities for Pennsylvanians, to achieve economic self-sufficiency through personal development, career guidance and job training. September 26, 2022.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22200_LI_YWCALancaster_AG_21.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a>