With an increasing number of Montgomery County residents affected by federal workforce cuts, local community leaders and organizations are stepping up to rally support and provide resources. Here are a few virtual events (not affiliated with one another) that are first steps in this process. Council Vice President Will Jawando says the goal is to offer “real support—whether it’s access to critical resources, financial and legal assistance, or simply the reassurance that they are not alone.”
Tuesday, February 25th, 7-8PM – United in Service and Support Community Meeting (Zoom)
Council President Kate Stewart, Vice President Will Jawando, County Executive Marc Elrich and the full Council invite you to a virtual community meeting in solidarity with federal workers and residents. Following the virtual meeting, local leaders will be conducting a series of online resource sessions with community partners and resource providers starting in March. (Read More)
Next in the series: Thursday, March 6th, 7:30PM – Mental Health Resources (Zoom)
Stay tuned for more sessions scheduled through July.
Thursday, February 27th, 4:30-5:30PM (Register) & Friday, February 28th, 6:30-7:30PM (Register) – Federal Employee Survival Guide Webinar
The Office of Community Partnerships (OCP) and The Foundation for Financial Education (F3E) are pleased to announce two identical seminars designed to address career transitions, leadership changes, and mental health support that many are facing in these challenging times.
Do you know of other upcoming in-person or virtual events supporting federal workers? Share them with us in the comments.
