SYRACUSE Women’s Opportunity Center

by appointment only

We are so fortunate to be subletting office space from our Fierce Friends at MOWER Advertising agency! Mower’s office is as gorgeous as it is secure, with several locked doors preventing walk-in services.
Make an appointment to come in person and enjoy the professional atmosphere!
E-mail: Mara! or Call: 315-991-7611 x 101
For location, and parking information, visit our Contact page.

♥ Client Services

Life Coaching

Our certified life coach is here to help you formulate your plan to get from where you are to where you’re going. Whether you’ve just left an abusive relationship, trying to get a job, want to become your own boss, or “starting over” in any capacity - creating an action plan can make all the difference. Meeting with a life coach is an essential and standard step in every client’s journey through Women’s Opportunity Center using focal points like:

Holistic Well-being: We address the emotional, mental, and physical aspects of your life, helping you create a balanced and harmonious lifestyle.

Goal Setting and Achievement: We work with you to identify your goals and develop a personalized plan to achieve them.
Overcoming Obstacles: We help you identify and overcome the challenges that may be hindering your progress.
Self-Discovery and Growth: We support you in exploring your strengths, weaknesses, and values to foster personal growth and development.
Career Coaching: We can help you identify your career goals, develop effective job search strategies, and negotiate for better opportunities. We can help you work on your resume, and even perform mock interviews!
Work-Life Balance: We can help you find a healthy balance between your professional and personal life.
Financial Planning: We can provide guidance on financial management, budgeting, and saving for the future.
Relationship Coaching: We can help you improve your relationships with loved ones and build stronger connections.
Personal Development: We can help you develop self-confidence, resilience, and other essential life skills.

Why Choose Us

Experienced Coaches: Our coaches have extensive experience working with women from all walks of life.
Personalized Approach: We tailor our coaching services to meet your unique needs and goals.
Supportive Environment: We create a safe and supportive space where you can feel comfortable sharing your thoughts and experiences.

WOC Cares in Syracuse

We keep a small stock of professional clothing, shoes, toiletries, diapers, and non-perishable goods on hand for those in need. Depending on what’s been donated recently we may also be able to help with things like bus passes and laundry cards! If there is something you need, please reach out and let us know!

WOrkshops & Information sessions

All our workshops and In-Service informational sessions are available to our clients (and the public!) cost-free! We host workshops on financial education, emotional wellbeing, yourself & your cycle, community resources, and more!

EVENTS COMING UP IN SYRACUSE!!!

Join us virtually on July 15th from 1pm to 2pm for "Thinking Differently" - A workshop featuring Jill Merluzzi Johnstone! Jill will be speaking on the topic of Embracing Neurodivergence from Classrooms to Boardrooms. This workshop is designed for people in the workforce who want to learn about and/or increase their knowledge of neurodiversity and how to provide and support an inclusive environment for all people in the workplace. You'll gain a better understanding of people in society that have brains that work differently whether it be from ASD, ADHD, TBI, Dyslexia, FASD etc. and how using a brain-first lens approach leads to more understanding, compassion and accommodations that these individuals need to be their best in workplace and their lives.

This workshop is virtual - Join from anywhere!

Elizabeth Evett is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Author, Wellness Coach, and Founder of Speaking Emotions LLC. With over a decade of experience supporting women and families, her work now focuses on real-life self-care — the kind that actually fits into busy, full lives.

Liz talks about emotional regulation, personal responsibility, and the everyday ways women can care for themselves without stepping away from the people who rely on them. Her approach is honest, practical, and interactive — blending professional insight with lived experience.

A mom of two and wife to a Navy Veteran, Liz understands firsthand how easy it is to lose yourself while holding everything together. She speaks candidly about what it means to show up well for others without abandoning yourself in the process — offering tools women can actually use in daily practice.

We’d love for you to be here in person!
Also available via Zoom from anywhere!

As long as you are 18 years of age or older, identify as a woman or a trans individual, and reside in the state of New York, you are qualified to receive our services at no cost to you.
In order to utilize our free services, you must “become a client” of Women’s Opportunity Center. As you can imagine, “becoming a client” involves some paperwork! We will ask you personal and demographic questions and collect documentation from you. All our questions are designed to satisfy our lenders. We must prove we serve real members of our community, and that we are providing the services we say we are.
What does this whole client journey look like for you? Here’s a step-by-step breakdown of what to expect!
1. Submit an online inquiry!(Click Here!)
2. Make an appointment to with our Resource Navigator and complete your initial client paperwork. (You’ll sign a confidentiality form, our appointments policy, review an authorization letter, a demographic questionnaire, etc.)
3. Schedule an appointment to meet with our Life Coach!
4. You & your coach will talk about where you’ve been, where you are, and where you’d like to be. You’ll determine the frequency and duration of your visits. Women’s Opportunity Center does not restrict the number of sessions you can utilize.
5. Programs & Trainings - You & your coach will assess programming available through WOC and your community members and help get you enrolled in services that will benefit you
6. Close your case. When you feel you are satisfied and no longer in need of assistance, we will close your case with us.
7. Become a success story!‍ ‍Share your experience with us and with your friends and family! Encourage those around you to give us a try, as well.
Q: If you don’t have clothes in my size, can you get me the right size?
A: Yes! If you are in need of a specific size, please let us know in advance. We have access to Ithaca’s inventory, but we will need time to procure your items.
Q: Can I bring my child with me to an appointment?
A: Absolutely!
Q: Can WOC come pick me up?
A: Regrettably not. At this time, we have no way to transport people or items in Syracuse.
Q: Do you have a computer I can use?
A: We have a computer available for our clients to use during an appointment with us. We do not have any computers available to loan; they cannot leave the building.
Q: Do you offer computer courses?
A: We do not do any direct teaching regarding computers. We do, however, know of several resources in the area where you CAN take computer courses!
Q: Can you help me get to work?
A: We have a bus pass program available. We can provide you Centro bus passes for up to three months. We may also know of other organizations with Rideshare options. Reach out for more details!

♦ Business Information ♦

Networking with WOC SYR

We host a professional networking event (AKA - Our Breakfast Mingle!) each month, typically on the 3rd Wednesday from 9am to 10am. This is a great opportunity to really connect with other non-profits and human service organizations right here in our city. We share upcoming events, job openings, services, and trainings to better aid our community. Come meet us at the Breakfast Mingle! We are always looking for speakers to host workshops, trainings, and informational in-service events! We happily client share with local organizations that are able to meet their needs. We also love the opportunity to table at community events in Syracuse!

Are you looking for a place to host a workshop? Do you need to spread information out into the community about your organization? Hooray! you’re in the right spot! WOC Syracuse is always looking to host new workshops and in-services!
The most efficient way to get started with this process is to
Click here to submit your proposal!
The next Breakfast Mingle is scheduled for July 22nd, 2026!
Our monthly Breakfast Mingles are an exclusive invitation only event! If you or someone you know would like to attend a breakfast mingle but are not receiving the invitation e-mails, please reach out to our Mara directly! She manages the invitation list. We are always happy to have new organizations at our table!
We post our networking events, as well as our workshops & in services on our Events Calendar! (Click to explore!) We absolutely love coordinating with other local non-profits and human service organizations. If you have an idea for an event, or would like us to join an event of yours, please reach out!