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On the recordJune 29, 2010
I would like to recognize an outstanding south Florida organization, New Journeys Transitional Home. This home is committed to decreasing the rate of homelessness among young women in south Florida. It provides an immediate, safe, affordable, and nurturing housing environment that promotes independence and self-sufficiency. New Journeys Transitional Home serves those who have a desire to achieve educational and employment goals, as well as those with a motivation to progress through the program. This wonderful organization provides young women with workshops to help strengthen their educational and employment goals, their interviewing skills, and improve their self-esteem. Due to its generosity and dedication, New Journeys Transitional Home has helped so many young women in my community in south Florida. I would like to commend all the individuals involved in the organization. Through their service and support, they help our community and they help so many young women in our Nation. Thank you for your devotion; thank you for your commitment to improving the lives of south Floridians in need.
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Ileana Ros-Lehtinen
Republican · Florida
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Jun 29, 2010

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The speaker recognizes New Journeys Transitional Home for its efforts to reduce homelessness among young women in South Florida.

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