On December 8th, volunteers from Goldman Sachs and Debevoise & Plimpton, a New York based law firm, joined the GOSO team for a workshop to

Message from Mark Goldsmith, President & CEO
“I’ll tell you how I ended up on Rikers Island. Fifteen years ago, I volunteered for PENCIL’s “Principal for a Day” program. I asked to be assigned to the toughest school. A short ride later, I was on Rikers Island in a classroom with a group of young men who inspired me to be a catalyst for change.”

Together, the Three E’s Form a Foundation
GOSO staff’s work is framed by our Three E’s; each plays an equally critical role in the success of our participants. Education, Employment and Emotional-Well-being: we believe that all three work together to form a foundation on which GOSO Guys can build their futures.

GOSO Guys Crack the Code
What’s the Code for Success? Coding is a segment of the tech industry that is booming. Countless companies and organizations are teaching people how to

IN THEIR OWN WORDS: Emmanuel D.
Throughout my life I have faced many obstacles. One major hurdle has been discrimination based on my race. My life has been even more complicated