A new beginning is possible.
Appalachian women are under-resourced, but resourceful. Often overworked and overwhelmed, but resilient. They sustain their families and communities.
The New Opportunity School for Women provides a place for under-resourced women to build confidence and skills to make changes they want to see in their lives. All of our programs are free.
“I learned in these classes that I am and have always been
—Gina Meyer, NOSW 2022 Graduate
everything I ever needed to be.”
We support women
along each step of the journey.
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Our History
NOSW founder Jane Stephenson calls it “a miracle program.” NOSW history is an amazing story!
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A Note from Our Interim Executive Director
Greetings everyone! I am thrilled to be back with the New Opportunity School for Women team as we embark on a new year of serving Appalachian and Kentucky women. As we reflect on the past year and set goals for the future, I am grateful for the…
NOSW Annual Leadership Retreat
NOSW encourages our graduates to continue their journey of growth and leadership throughout their lives. Each year, we invite a small group of women to a Graduate Leadership Retreat to gain new skills, meet graduates from other classes, and spend…
