When Ramin arrived in the United States in 2021 with his wife and young son, he was barely getting by.

He worked temporary, low wage jobs and received minimal public assistance benefits. He knew he needed a better strategy to support his family.

Through Golden Sierra’s WIOA program, Ramin focused on skill building. With guidance from his case manager, he enrolled at Sierra College and earned his MC3 Pre-Apprenticeship Certificate.

Supportive services, including temporary rental assistance, helped keep his family housed while he completed training.

Ramin soon secured employment at Capital City Auction and steadily proved himself through hard work and reliability. Over time, his dedication led to a promotion into management and increased wages, allowing him to leave a second job and focus on his preferred career path.

This month, Ramin and his family reached a milestone that once felt out of reach – they purchased their first home in Lincoln!