Success Story: Juleisa Phipps Turns Determination Into Opportunity
- Central Arkansas Planning & Development
- 4 days ago
- 1 min read
At just 20 years old, Juleisa Phipps is already proving what determination and hard work can achieve. A single mother with a passion for serving others, Juleisa has her sights set on a career in social and public service—specifically working with children.
Through the Out-of-School Youth (OSY) Work Experience program, Juleisa gained valuable hands-on training that prepared her for success in the workforce.
Today, she is employed with the United States Postal Service as a Postal Support Employee, earning $20.48 per hour.
Balancing work, motherhood, and her future ambitions, Juleisa continues to push forward.
Her ultimate goal is to enter college and pursue a degree that will allow her to make a lasting impact in the lives of children and families.
Juleisa’s journey highlights the power of persistence, the importance of career readiness programs, and the opportunities available to young adults willing to invest in their future. She is not only building a career but also setting an inspiring example for her child and others in her community.