“Of all the opportunities I’ve had
at Verizon Wireless,
none has been more important
than the chance to help
other victims of
domestic violence.”
Olga Mendez
Human Resources Manager, Verizon Wireless
Olga Mendez trains employees at a Verizon Wireless call
center. But she also helps the company teach another
important skill: life.
As part of Verizon Wireless’ innovative HopeLine® program,
which distributes free cell phones and airtime to victims of
domestic violence, Olga helps Spanish-speaking women
navigate the difficult road back to independence. A survivor
of an abusive relationship herself, she gives them the support
and practical advice they need to break the cycle of domestic
violence and strike out in the world on their own. Speaking
in their native Spanish, she helps them with everything from
writing a resume to dressing for a job interview.
Olga knows how important it is to gain back one’s selfrespect. And her career at Verizon Wireless has been a
vital part of her recovery.
As Olga says, “A lot of companies talk about giving back
to the community, but Verizon Wireless really walks the walk.”
Our People. Our Network.SM
It’s the Network.
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