Georgia Trade-Up

Georgia Trade-Up TRADE-UP is a prep-apprenticeship and workforce development program. Our mission is to improve the l

Our Core Curriculum consists of:
- Recruitment
- Orientation (including drug awareness)
- Industry Awareness
- Basic math for tradesmen / blueprint reading
- Tools and materials
- First aid / CPR
- OSHA 10hr certification training
- Job readiness (dress code, interview skills, exam prep)
- Site visits

Participants will receive instruction from experienced craft persons and professionals that will

prepare them for entrance exams and interviews. The Trade-UP basic curriculum will prepare graduates for entry into these programs

The Spring 2026 Trade Up Cohort understood the assignment! 💪🏾🌱From CPR & First Aid to OSHA 30, GPRO, and Lead Paint Abat...
05/21/2026

The Spring 2026 Trade Up Cohort understood the assignment! 💪🏾🌱

From CPR & First Aid to OSHA 30, GPRO, and Lead Paint Abatement certifications — this group put in the work and earned every accomplishment through discipline, focus, and determination.

This program is more than training — it’s about creating pathways to opportunity, economic mobility, and sustainable careers in the green workforce industry. ⚡🏗️

We’re proud to watch these future leaders continue their journey into BPI training and beyond.

The future belongs to those willing to build it — and this cohort is doing exactly that. 👏🏾

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05/21/2026

Today we proudly celebrate the incredible accomplishments of our Spring 2026 Trade Up Training Cohort! 🎉💚

These students showed dedication, resilience, and determination every single day. Over the course of the program, they successfully earned certifications in:
✔️ CPR & First Aid
✔️ Lead Paint Abatement
✔️ GPRO
✔️ OSHA 30
✔️ Trade Up Training Program

They showed up, took notes, studied hard, passed exams, and pushed through every obstacle with a commitment to building brighter futures for themselves and their communities.

We are beyond proud of this cohort as they prepare for their next step — BPI training and certification — positioning them for careers in the growing green jobs industry. 🌱⚡🏗️

The future is bright, and this is only the beginning.

Congratulations Spring 2026 Cohort — you did THAT! 👏🏾👏🏾

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05/11/2026

The future is bright for our Trade Up Program Participants!

We are so excited for our Trade Up trainees as they near the end of their program journey. Last week, participants had the opportunity to earn certifications in OSHA 30 and Lead-Based Paint Abatement — gaining critical skills that prepare them for careers in construction, environmental safety, and the workforce of today and tomorrow.

Each certification represents hard work, commitment, and a step toward economic opportunity and long-term success. We are proud of every trainee for showing up, putting in the work, and continuing to TRADE UP toward a brighter future.

“It’s Time to TRADE UP!” 💚🦺 BuildingTheFuture ItsTimeToTradeUp

Happy Mother’s Day Weekend to all of the incredible women of Georgia Stand-Up. 🧡The care, nourishment, memory making, lo...
05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day Weekend to all of the incredible women of Georgia Stand-Up. 🧡

The care, nourishment, memory making, love, hugs, healing, affirmation, beauty, and strength that you provide keeps our community more whole, growing, and thriving every single day.

We are mothers, aunties, nieces, sisters, grandmothers, mentors, and friends — and in every role we fill, we lead with intention, compassion, and lasting impact.

This weekend, we celebrate the women who continue to show up for their families, neighborhoods, and communities with power and purpose.

We hope each of you feels appreciated, celebrated, and deeply loved this Mother’s Day and beyond.

Early voting starts today — be part of the solution, not an observer. When more people vote, governments better reflect ...
04/27/2026

Early voting starts today — be part of the solution, not an observer. When more people vote, governments better reflect community needs and priorities; your ballot contributes to that representation. Go vote and spread the word.

We’re not just attending events… we’re building movements.Trade Up was honored to support the grand opening of Green is ...
04/22/2026

We’re not just attending events… we’re building movements.

Trade Up was honored to support the grand opening of Green is Lyf Juice Bar in Vine City — a true example of what happens when vision meets community.

Shoutout to Andre Dickens for recognizing the mission and amplifying the message.

04/22/2026

Trade Up in the building — and the impact was felt! 💪🏾🌱

Today we pulled up to celebrate the grand opening of Green is Lyf Juice Bar in Vine City, and the energy was unmatched. This is what happens when community, health, and purpose come together in one space.

Major appreciation to Andre Dickens for standing with the community and affirming the mission: “It’s time to Trade Up!” — a message we’re carrying forward in everything we do.

Ms. Sade, we see you. We celebrate you. And we support the vision you’ve brought to life. This is bigger than a juice bar — this is about legacy, wellness, and ownership in our neighborhoods.

We’re not just talking about change… we’re building it. 🧡💙

Trade Up showing up and showing out! 💪🏾🌱We had an incredible time supporting the grand opening of the Green is Lyf Juice...
04/22/2026

Trade Up showing up and showing out! 💪🏾🌱

We had an incredible time supporting the grand opening of the Green is Lyf Juice Bar in Vine City. Huge shoutout to Mayor Andre Dickens for recognizing the power of our program and declaring, “It’s time to Trade Up!”

We are proud of Ms. Sade and the amazing work she is doing to uplift and nourish the community. This is what partnership, purpose, and progress look like. 🧡💙

We’re celebrating Earth Day the right way 🌍🌱Today, Georgia STAND-UP and Trade Up is at the Metro Atlanta Urban Farm with...
04/22/2026

We’re celebrating Earth Day the right way 🌍🌱

Today, Georgia STAND-UP and Trade Up is at the Metro Atlanta Urban Farm with Bobby Wilson, where our Trade Up trainees are putting in real work—helping prepare the farm for 200 volunteers who will be serving the community.

This is what it looks like when workforce development meets environmental impact 💪🏾🌿

We’re always ready to learn, grow, and lead with helping hands.

Join us for an important community conversation! 🗣️✨We’re inviting residents, stakeholders, and community members to att...
04/06/2026

Join us for an important community conversation! 🗣️✨

We’re inviting residents, stakeholders, and community members to attend the Rev. James Orange Community Meeting on April 7, 2026 from 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM in Atlanta.

This meeting will provide a comprehensive overview of the proposed demolition of the current facility and plans for a new, environmentally sustainable space designed to meet LEED Silver certification standards. 🌱🏗️

📍 Location:
1305 Oakland Dr SW, Atlanta, GA 30310

Your voice matters. This is your opportunity to stay informed, ask questions, and be part of shaping the future of your community.

Let’s come together, stay engaged, and build forward—together. 💬💛

03/14/2026

At the Capitol we gathered for Black Men and Boys Day — a powerful moment of unity, conversation, and purpose.

Leaders, community members, and advocates came together to uplift the voices, experiences, and future of Black men and boys. The energy in the room was undeniable, and the commitment to progress was clear.

🎥 Check out this recap from an impactful day at the Capitol.

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