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  By: A student at the University of Nebraska at Omaha, as part of Heather Nelson's Service Learning class. About OSC: Omaha Skills Connections goal is to achieve a brighter future for residents of North Omaha. Their approach to achieving a brighter future for residents of the North Omaha Community. OSC has five things that they hone in on, to achieve this goal. To eliminate barriers for participants by providing career readiness opportunities. To employ a disciplined, dynamic, dedicated and well-trained team of workforce professionals.  Secure long-term financial success and integrity for participants through financial literacy coaching.  To create a...

In this post-pandemic day and age, people and employers have been tossed in to a wild and unpredictable job market. Unemployment, high demand for workers, were at an all time high and is still a huge issue in North Omaha. Those in need such as college students, single mothers and the average joe who my have lost their jobs during the pandemic, need a place that will give them a helping hand in this crazy job market.

  By: A student at the University of Nebraska at Omaha, as part of Heather Nelson's Service Learning class. Who is the Omaha 100? The Omaha 100 is an organization that was founded in 1990. Omaha, like most cities, has a problem with offering homeownership opportunities to all. The Omaha 100 was founded to help remedy that. They provide alternative affordable mortgage lending sources. Most homes being built today in Omaha cost at least $300,000 — typically requiring mortgages that are unaffordable for families making less than $80,000 a year. Omaha 100 seeks to help people find a solution to...

By: Michael B. at the University of Nebraska at Omaha, as part of Heather Nelson's Service Learning class. Omaha is a vibrant city nestled in the heartland of America and is known for its rich history, diverse culture, and a strong sense of community. Like many urban areas, Omaha has faced its share of challenges, including blighted properties and vacant lots that have the potential to mar the landscape. However, the city has taken a proactive approach to revitalization through the establishment of the Omaha Land Bank. What is a Land Bank? A land bank is a public or nonprofit entity...

In this year’s Level Up Labor Day Career and Housing fair, there are plenty of business participants that have continued to encourage, educate and empower the community. However, the one that sticks out in mind is no other than Family Housing Advisory Services. The job that they have done with helping the unfortunate become landowners, help those to have access to tax credits, and become financially aware in the housing market. Before talking with Teresa Hunter who is the Executive Director/CEO of Family Housing Advisory Services. In her bio on Linkedln it is mentioned that “We improve the quality of life by helping people achieve housing stability and financial security”. After reading this, I could feel her passion for the work that they are doing. In any case, for someone to feel at home before buying their first home can feel overwhelming. No matter what one’s situation. The expertise that they have along with their values of “We are not silent.  We cry out against housing and economic injustice and inequality in all forms” shows that they have your back.