BACK TO WORK 2

Empowering Through Education & Opportunity

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BACK TO WORK 2's Information Technology Apprenticeship, Pre-Apprenticeship and STEAM Boot Camp provides free programs in Artificial Intelligence, Drone, Information, Robotic Technologies and Media Arts for foster youth, veterans and their family members, disadvantaged and other desiring citizens to empower them with skills and work experiences to achieve their goals.

Our Foundation

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About Us

In 1997 Back to Work 2, a nonprofit workforce development corporation focusing on nurturing careers in tech, was boldly founded to create jobs and enhance job opportunities with the goal of placing one million underutilized and underrepresented citizens in tech careers by 2050.

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Mission

To provide accessible, high-quality training in IT and Media Arts that transforms lives and communities.

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Vision

Back to Work 2's hybrid physical and virtual approach blends hands-on learning with digital tools, information technology, video games and film production to prepare individuals for real-world success.

Located in Houston, Texas, the organization currently ventures into new innovations that support foster care youth, veterans, underserved populations and other desiring individuals towards their social economic growth for the development of safer and stronger communities through an Information Technology Apprenticeship, Pre-Apprenticeship and STEAM Boot Camp model plus wraparound supporting services.
In 1999 the organization developed Peer Pressureless Zone, a for-profit motion picture and video game production corporation to assist in securing funding and providing on-the-job training for its clients. Currently it has organized a Companion Humanoid Robotic research, training, production and marketing plant and an Afrocentric Theme and Amusement Park, and is in the process of developing them to further assist in accomplishing its goal.
Our Values: We help cultivate a social spiritual ecosystem of resilience, creativity, and purpose — empowering learners to rise above challenges and achieve their goals.

Our Programs

Free Training in IT & Media Arts

💻 Information Technology Track

Learn the skills needed to thrive in today's digital economy. Our IT track includes hands-on training in:

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🎨 Media Arts Track

Express your creativity while building marketable skills. Our Media Arts track includes:

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🧩 Hybrid Learning Model

Our programs combine in-person STEAM Boot Camps and virtual workshops with online resources, giving learners flexibility and support. Whether you're starting fresh or building on existing skills, we meet you where you are.

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Empower Lives & Enter to Win

Your $100.00 Dream Home Giveaway ticket purchase helps us expand access to training, tools, mentorship and automatically allows you to become a member. Members receive exclusive updates, early access to workshops, and recognition on our site.

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Giveaway Entry

One entry into our annual Dream Home Giveaway

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Exclusive Updates

Early access to workshops and events

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Recognition

Your name listed on our Member Wall of Honor

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🏡 Dream Home Giveaway

Empower Lives. Win Big.

Inspired by the St. Jude model, our Dream Home Giveaway is more than a prize — it's a purpose. Every entry supports free education in IT and Media Arts for disadvantaged citizens. You help change lives, and you could win a beautiful new mobile & vision impaired smart home.

About the Home

📍 Location

18th Congressional District

🏠 Size

Estimated 3,500 sqft

🛏️ Bedrooms

4 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms

🎮 Features

Game and media room, 3-car garage

⚡ Smart Home

Energy-efficient, vision-impaired accessible design

💰 Value

Estimated at $700,000, fully furnished

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We'd love to hear from you. Whether you're a potential student, partner, or supporter — reach out and let's connect.