Changing lives

Through Employment

A Move that Connects More People to Meaningful Careers

As MND continues to grow, so must our framework—which includes the physical location of our programs and services. The move to our new headquarters at 2305 N. Charles Street allows us to reach more people and fulfill our promise to be there not only in their moments of need, but throughout their entire career journeys. 

EMPLOYERS

If you're looking to hire skilled and qualified candidates for your staffing needs, look no further! Maryland New Directions' graduates are ready! ​

CLIENTS

If you are looking for professional training, certifications and a dedicated career coach, at no cost, enroll with MND today!

SUPPORTERS & VOLUNTEERS

If you want to make a difference in the lives of others, we have many options for you!

Maryland New Directions Leads the Way

Maryland New Directions (MND) is a 53-year-old award winning 501(c)(3) non-profit organization offering no-cost employment coaching and specialized career training programs for Baltimore area residents, ages 18 years of age and over. MND works with an average of 300 unemployed and underemployed motivated individuals each year, most of whom face obstacles finding a job, advancing with their current employer, or establishing a new career. 

Our holistic approach and valuable employer partnerships create the opportunity for long-term careers with outcomes that include industry recognized credentials, a living wage, and an impressive average employment retention rate of 82.5% (1 yr) for our graduates.

When a person successfully completes one of Maryland New Directions’ programs, they are empowered to obtain, increase and retain employment. It’s not just good for our training graduates and their family, it’s good for the whole community!

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Explore Our New Building Career Pathways Program!

Our career training offerings are expanding! Learn more about our new pre-apprenticeship program, Building Trades Career Pathways, and all it has to offer to those interested in jobs in construction, masonry, carpentry, electrical, plumbing, welding, HVAC, and more.

MND at a Glance

49 years of coaching and training people facing life and career transitions to overcome barriers, restore self-belief and acquire the skills and tools needed to secure employment.

Since 1973, MND has served

In fiscal year 2025....

men and women in Baltimore
enrolled in training
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