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Provider Portal > Georgia Micro Enterprise Network

Georgia Micro Enterprise Network

November 16, 2018

Georgia Micro Enterprise Network

MISSION

Established in 1997, the Georgia Micro Enterprise Network (GMEN) is a private, not-for-profit organization dedicated to making a difference in Georgia’s economic development. GMEN’s mission is to create opportunities and support for microenterprise development as an avenue for economic self-sufficiency in Georgia.

POPULATIONS SERVED

Adult Population

  • Dislocated Workers
  • Homeless
  • Immigrants
  • Individuals seeking to secure a better job
  • Individuals with a criminal record (not previously incarcerated)
  • Individuals with disabilities
  • Individuals without a high school diploma or GED
  • Low-income individuals
  • Mature workers (over 55 years old)
  • Military veterans
  • Public housing residents
  • Refugees
  • Returning citizens (previously incarcerated)
  • Unemployed individuals
  • Welfare recipients required to enter the workforce

Youth Population

  • Below grade level
  • Disabled, including learning disabilities
  • Homeless or runaway
  • Juvenile offender
  • Needs assistance to gain employment
  • Pregnant or parenting
  • School dropout

Languages Supported

  • English

SERVICES PROVIDED

Job Search & Placement

  • Employment readiness counseling
  • Resume development
  • Job search coaching
  • Sponsoring job clubs or peer-to-peer networks
  • Placing participants in job shadowing opportunities
  • Varied job search and placement services
  • Placing participants in apprenticeships
  • Referrals to training or training broker
  • Internships and co-ops

Post-employment Services

  • Career development services
  • Post-placement follow-up
  • Tax education
  • Financial planning education
  • Mentoring
  • Varied post-employment services

Supportive Services

  • Case management
  • Varied supportive services
  • Adult literacy and basic education

Soft Skills Training

  • Collaborating with others
  • Dealing with diversity
  • How to dress
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Leadership
  • Personal hygiene
  • Planning / organizational skills
  • Communication (verbal and written)
  • Customer service
  • Professional conduct
  • Self confidence
  • Varied soft skills training

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233 Mitchell Street SW Suite 250 Atlanta, GA 30303

678-515-3346

[email protected]

http://www.georgiamicrobiz.org

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  • Nonprofit organization
  • Workforce development intermediary and provider
  • Located within Atlanta BeltLine