We embrace the familiar, we support what
we know, and we cheer our champions. But, intrinsically, all of us have
a profound desire to create THE new, different, and innovative model of
excellence that
will broaden and expand the lives of at least one fellow citizen. All
of us who are familiar with OIC know that it has been a champion of people
since
its inception. In the words of our late Dr. Leon Sullivan, "A hand
up, not a hand out" amplifies the mission of OIC throughout the United
States of America, touching lives and making persons whole who dare to
make a difference.
Opportunities Industrialization Center of Washington, DC (OIC/DC), was chartered
in 1999 to continue the mission and philosophy of OIC America, Inc. at a
local level. OIC/DC has taken on the challenge of cultivating and preserving
our most precious resource, our people, and is forging ahead with innovative
programs that are touching many lives. Programs that uplift people and improve
their lives, build on networks and establishing linkages that embrace our
most precious resource.
As a former trainee and graduate of OIC, you have the power and means to
create living models for achievements for all citizens, regardless of race,
creed, or color. How will this be achieved? By your time and contribution
to the OIC/DC mission of excellence. EVERYONE can and should contribute.
As an Alumnae of OIC/DC, how can I contribute?
This is easy! PARTICIPATION. Your time and efforts can touch many lives
through membership and work that benefit trainees and community as a whole.
Your work can take the form of volunteerism, financial support, and donations
of materials and equipment, just to state a few of the resources that are
needed. Your contributions can and will sustain and expand the goals and
objectives of OIC/DC and, simultaneously, provide students with skills
need to accomplish personal and professional goals that will promote self-worth,
self-accomplishment, and self-sufficiency as graduates of an OIC/DC program.
For more information, contact Phyllis Washington at
(202) 373-1734 or (202) 373-1735.
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