Natalia Peart, Ph.D.
President/CEO  

With a focused commitment to deepening the WCA's impact on the clients we serve, we have woven financial stability strategies throughout all three of our core programs: Bridges to Opportunity program, Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault services, and our Careers program. 

For those looking to break the cycle of multigenerational poverty, our Bridges to Opportunity program helps families find permanent solutions to their challenges by overcoming their barriers and attaining the skills needed for stable employment.  For 2012, we will be expanding our services to include entrepreneurship as an alternative to employment. 

For families escaping domestic violence, we provide comprehensive services that include restoring physical safety, legal services, and brief crisis counseling.  New in 2012, we now offer education and employment support so survivors can gain economic independence and take control of their lives.    

Through our Careers program, we address the needs of our clients in various stages of professional development who are looking to reshape their lives following job loss, divorce, or any life change.  In 2012, we will be expanding our career and job training center with financial literacy classes, computer basics, as well as personal development workshops. In addition, we will also be launching the first employment and placement service in Omaha dedicated to the needs of the broad spectrum of women. 

In 2011, we reached new financial heights. Last year, half of our $2.4M revenues came directly from individual supporters, local foundations, and major donors. Our agency's strength and our record-breaking year is a true testament to the vision we crafted in 2009 of transforming our agency into one that enables women and families from all walks of life to reach their fullest potential. Thank you for continuing on this journey with us.