• 🛤️ LaunchPad Series:Mindset, Routines & Momentum

    Event Details: Job searching can be overwhelming. This session equips participants with mental and practical tools to stay consistent, grounded, and focused throughout their career transition. Participants will: Build a sustainable weekly routine Learn stress-management techniques Create an energy and focus plan Develop strategies for staying consistent Location: Virtual – via Zoom (link provided after […]

    Free
  • 🛤️ LaunchPad Series: Career Readiness Bootcamp (4-Week Virtual Series)

    Event Details: LaunchPad is a fast-paced, interactive bootcamp designed to take participants from “unsure” to “interview-ready.” Through twice-weekly workshops, learners build practical skills across job searching, networking, resume writing, interviewing, and managing stress through transitions. Tuesday and Thursday, 10PM - 12PM CST.  Participants will: Create a career search plan Identify strengths and build a value […]

    Free
  • 🛤️ LaunchPad Series: Make a Plan – Chart Your Path

    Event Details: Kick off the LaunchPad Series by setting a clear, confident direction for your career search. Participants learn how to define realistic goals, map out job targets, and create a weekly plan that builds momentum. This workshop introduces the CAR method (Challenge–Action–Result) to help participants translate real-life experience into strong application content and professional […]

    Free
  • 🌀 Family Forum – Family Well-being & Emotional Balance

    Houston Community Hall 2808 Caroline Street Houston, TX 77004, Houston, TX, United States

    Event Details: A holistic workshop supporting mental health, communication, and emotional well-being within the family. Participants will: Practice guided mindfulness and breathwork Strengthen parent–child communication Learn from mental health and family support professionals

    Free
  • 🛤️ LaunchPad Series: Networking the Smart Way (+ Social Presence Upgrade)

    Event Details: Learn to tap into the hidden job market by building meaningful connections—not mass applications. Participants will craft a 30-second introduction, practice informational interviewing, and refine their online presence for clarity and impact. Participants will: Craft a polished 30-second professional intro Learn strategies to access the hidden job market Practice informational interviewing Optimize LinkedIn […]

    Free
  • 🛤️ LaunchPad Series: Know Your Value: Identifying Skills & Rebranding for New Roles

    Event Details: This session helps participants uncover and articulate their strongest employability skills. Through guided reflection and interactive activities, attendees learn how to “rebrand” their experience for new industries or roles and craft a confident personal value statement. Participants will: Identify top transferable skills Translate experience for new industries Build a concise professional value statement […]

    Free
  • 🤝 Professional Headshots Pop-Up: Refresh Your Look for 2026

    Event Details: Refresh your professional image with ease. The Lumen Foundation is hosting an on-site Studio Pod Headshots Pop-Up, giving participants access to a private, automated photography studio designed for high-quality, consistent results. Perfect for jobseekers, students, entrepreneurs, and community members looking to elevate their digital presence for 2026. The Studio Pod provides professional lighting, […]

    Free
  • 🛤️ LaunchPad Series: Applications & Resumes That Get Seen

    Event Details: This workshop shows participants how to tailor resumes and applications using real job postings. They will convert duties into accomplishment statements that pass the recruiter skim test and begin building or revising their resumes during the session. Participants will: Analyze job descriptions for key language Tailor applications for specific roles Transform duties into […]

    Free
  • 🛤️ LaunchPad Series:Letters & References: Communicate With Confidence

    Event Details: Participants learn to write crisp, compelling cover emails and letters that communicate professionalism and alignment. They also learn how to build a consistent references page and follow-up strategy. Participants will: Write a concise and compelling cover email/letter Build a polished references page Align written materials for consistent branding Understand when and how to […]

    Free
  • 🛤️ LaunchPad Series:Interviewing With Impact

    Event Details: This session teaches the 10 essential steps for strong, confident interviewing—from preparation to closing. Participants practice answering common questions, asking strategic questions, and participating in mock interviews. Participants will: Prepare effectively for interviews Structure strong, concise answers Practice mock interviews with live feedback Increase confidence with interactive drills Location: Virtual – via Zoom […]

    Free
  • 🛤️ Virtual Career Fair: Launch & Connect (Bootcamp Finale)

    Event Details: The final LaunchPad session transforms the learning space into a professional showcase. Participants present their portfolios and connect with hiring professionals in real time. Participants will: Rotate through employer breakout rooms Share resumes and digital cards Participate in brief interviews Receive actionable feedback Celebrate completion during a recognition moment Location: Virtual – via […]

    Free