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Anoka County <br /> IT R A TI <br /> October 31, 2024 <br /> Contact: Erik Thorson, Chief Communications Officer, 763-324-4612, or e-mail: <br /> Erik.Thorson(a�,anokacountymn.gov <br /> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE <br /> Anoka County Job Training Center Staff Earn State Awards <br /> Two employees from the Anoka County Job Training Center were recently recognized by <br /> the Department of Children, Youth, and Families for their work and contributions. <br /> Senior Career Counselor Patty Eason was awarded Employment Counselor of the Year. <br /> Eason has consistently demonstrated exceptional performance through her dedication, <br /> effectiveness, and the positive outcomes of her work. Her holistic approach in the Partnership for <br /> Family Success program has led to significant improvements in the stability and well-being of the <br /> families she works with— Eason addresses the immediate needs of participants and fosters long- <br /> term success for entire households. <br /> Senior Career Counselor Emmanuel Fonchin was awarded the Rising Star Award. Fonchin <br /> is a strong advocate for diversity and cultural competency in the workplace and in his interactions <br /> with participants. He actively promotes an inclusive environment by respecting and addressing the <br /> diverse cultural backgrounds of the participants he serves. Fonchin's sensitivity to cultural <br /> differences and his efforts to incorporate culturally relevant practices into service delivery <br /> contribute to a more equitable and supportive environment for all participants. <br /> "We are extremely thankful for Patty and Emmanuel, and they work they do," said District <br /> 7 Commissioner Mandy Meisner, who serves as chair of the Human Services Committee. "There <br /> is a large, diverse population in District 7, which serves Fridley, Hilltop, and Columbia Heights, <br /> and a growing diverse population in Coon Rapids. Anoka County is third behind Hennepin and <br /> Ramsey counties for primary refugee arrivals. Expertly serving JTC clients takes a tact that is <br /> developed over time,and both these employees have honed that ability through education,training, <br /> and experience." <br /> -more- <br /> R s Ifye,rP�i`n.fll, Ihr riff°,,) WHa e II usscalllly II°evapf,,)riffs lNle <br /> (""IOVC.rlllllr,�I1� (,E„ Ii E>I' A. 2100 ,`jAV..iiiiE>� 700 A. Aiicfl,�i VI ''5a0,a502"1. A vvvvvv,aiio acouiifyr°iiii,gov <br /> Afllinonrrwaflive Ad�Hkm"I lII'qij11 11 ���Ifylfyarou7uiiuuli�a II'u�rr�lfwll�:rop�,�ir <br />