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🚀 Moving towards a thriving NEPA for all 🚀 Today, JobsFirstNYC and Scranton Area Community Foundation convened local leaders, employers, and community stakeholders for a strategy working session.  As part of the #Community𝘐𝘕𝘊 initiative, local leaders refined the strategies to ensure a thriving Northeastern Pennsylvania (NEPA) region. Our team— Stephany Garcia, David Charron, MBA, Keri Faulhaber and Allyson Bay had the opportunity to present at the event. 🛠️ Key Focus Areas: 🔹 Advocacy – Strengthening our collective voice to influence policy and community-driven solutions. 🔹 Employer Engagement – Deepening partnerships to expand career pathways and workforce opportunities. 🔹 Community Supports – Enhancing the resources that ensure economic mobility is accessible to all. 🔹 Marketing & Outreach – Amplifying the impact of our work to reach and engage those who need it most. 💡 What We’re Doing Today: ✔️ Defining a shared long-term vision for NEPA’s workforce and economic development. ✔️ Establishing clear strategies, measurable outcomes, and immediate next steps for the next 3 months. ✔️ Aligning resources, roles, and commitments to ensure accountability and execution. 🌍 Inspired by Thomas Edison’s words: "I never did anything worth doing by accident, nor did any of my inventions come by accident; they came by work." Today, we’re laying the strategic foundation to turn ideas into action—because transformation happens when strategy meets execution. Read more about Community𝘐𝘕𝘊 https://lnkd.in/eYXGF6A7 A huge thank you to all the incredible participants dedicating their time and expertise to shape a more inclusive and thriving future for NEPA! 💪 #CommunityINC #JobsFirstNYC #NEPA #EconomicOpportunity #WorkforceDevelopment #SystemChange #NEPA #NEPAthrives #NEPAmoves #

We are grateful to the staff of West Bronx Academy for the Future for hosting an outstanding college and career fair today, connecting over 200 middle and high school students with representatives from 13 regional organizations. This event was made possible by the capable leadership of Principal Wilper Morales and counselors Hiciano, Wannamaker, Morales, and Herrand. Special thanks to the participating colleges, workforce training organizations, and employers for their contributions. JobsFirstNYC is proud to have supported this initiative. 𝙈𝙚𝙖𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙛𝙪𝙡 𝙀𝙣𝙜𝙖𝙜𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝘿𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙚 𝙋𝙖𝙩𝙝𝙬𝙖𝙮𝙨 The staff at WBA successfully engaged students in preparatory activities, ensuring they were equipped with questions about enrollment policies, majors, and costs. The event featured a diverse range of organizations, including community colleges, senior colleges, the New York City Police Department, and career training programs offering free training in in-demand green careers. City University of New York School of Law highlighted the transformative influence legal professionals can have in creating positive change in communities. Thank you to all institutions involved for opening new opportunities for these students. CUNY Bronx Community College Brooklyn College Baruch College The CUNY Welcome Center Fashion Institute of Technology Guttman Community College CUNY Lehman College @NYPD Police Precinct 48th Monroe University The HOPE Program John Jay College (CUNY) #CareerFair #Education #CommunityEngagement #nyc #career #education #opportunity

We’re thrilled to share that David Charron, MBA, Executive Vice President at JobsFirstNYC, recently joined Jaime Cruz, Executive Director, Workforce Connections for the latest podcast alongside Robert Sainz, President and Executive Director of New Ways To Work and Yali Lincroft, Program Director at the @Walter S. Johnson Foundation. Together, they explored how leadership, strategic investments, and cross-sector collaboration are transforming workforce systems to better serve young people and drive economic growth in Southern Nevada. Emphasizing the interconnectedness of workforce and economic development, Dave underscored "What we are talking about here is not just workforce development, it is economic development and they are joined at the hip." JobsFirstNYC’s work in Nevada through #Community Inspired Networks for Change – CommunityINC – exemplifies this approach. By incubating and accelerating place-based workforce intermediaries and funder collaboratives, we are expanding economic mobility for young adults and their communities. Watch the full podcast at https://lnkd.in/eUKWXhpA Don’t miss this inspiring conversation about building coordinated infrastructure to increase opportunities for youth. #workforceconnections #southernnevada # workforcedevelopment #collaboration #wkdev #communityINC #economicdevelopment

📣 Calling all workforce professionals! Join JobsFirstNYC, the Workforce Professionals Training Institute (WPTI), and NYC Employment and Training Coalition (NYCETC) for an important conversation on what AI guidelines for workforce development should look like. 🧩 We’re hosting two in-person focus groups to gather insights on AI adoption, training practices, and its impact on your programs: March 11 | 1:00–2:30 PM | WPTI Offices (11 W 42nd St, 3rd Fl) March 25 | 1:00–2:30 PM | Location TBA   🎙️ Your input will help inform AI strategies in our field! Register now to secure your spot and share your perspectives. ✍ To register for one of these focus groups please complete our brief sign-up form https://lnkd.in/gPDfThZP and answer a few survey questions about your perspectives on AI, including your current usage and any training you’ve received. Your input is very important to inform AI strategies for the workforce development field. Click here to register https://lnkd.in/gPDfThZP We will follow up with confirmation details, including the second session’s location. #JobsFirstNYC #WPTI #NYCETC #ai #wkdev #nyc #strategicpartnership

✒️ New Report: 𝘾𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙘𝙞𝙡 𝘿𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙧𝙞𝙘𝙩 8: 𝘼 𝙋𝙧𝙤𝙛𝙞𝙡𝙚 𝙤𝙛 𝘾𝙝𝙖𝙡𝙡𝙚𝙣𝙜𝙚𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙊𝙥𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙚𝙨. East Harlem, Mott Haven, Longwood, Highbridge, Concourse, and Port Morris in the South Bronx are home to resilient communities with deep cultural and economic potential. Yet, systemic barriers continue to limit opportunity. Our District 8 Report offers a data-driven snapshot—highlighting key challenges, untapped opportunities, and bold solutions to drive economic mobility.  What’s inside? 🗒️ Foreword by Diana Ayala, Deputy Speaker of the New York City Council and City Council member representing Council District 8  📉 Insightful data on workforce trends & community needs  📝 Strategies for aligning resources & strengthening partnerships  🛣️ Pathways to prosperity led by local voices Read the full report & join us in contributing to a more equitable future for District 8. https://lnkd.in/esxAbKVx #EconomicMobility #District8NYC #CommunitySolutions #WorkforceDevelopment #NYC #Partnerships

JobsFirstNYC is celebrating our CEO and President, Marjorie Parker, for being recognized as one of @PoliticsNY and amNY Metro Black Power Players! Marjorie’s leadership and dedication continue to shape the future of workforce development, and her journey is an inspiration to so many. Reflecting on her proudest moment, she shares: "In 2017, I became part of the less than 20% of Black women leading nonprofit organizations in NYC – a milestone that deepens my commitment to fostering the next generation of women leaders. It fills me with pride to see more women stepping into leadership roles at institutions dedicated to serving their communities and creating meaningful change in the lives of young people and their families." Congratulations, Marjorie! We are proud of you. Your impact is felt every day. Special shout out to Eda Henries of Cornbread Farm to Soul. Commendations to the other leaders committed to driving meaningful change! Read more at https://lnkd.in/eRy6JYX3 #Leadership #BlackPowerPlayers #WomeninLeadership #CreatingPathways #Impact #Community #ItTakesaVillage

We are honored that our CEO & President, Marjorie Parker, will be the keynote speaker at Elevate 2025, a premier virtual conference for social sector leaders! 🎤✨ 📅 Tomorrow, February 25 📍 Online – Don’t miss it! Join as Marjorie shares powerful insights on innovative community solutions that drive impact. Register now and be part of the conversation! 🔗 #Elevate2025 #Leadership #SocialImpact #solutions #nonprofit

🌟 Together, We Solve Tomorrow 🌟 "You can’t dictate an outcome. You have to translate culture, translate solutions. Place-based solutions must depend on what people in the community want. Our job is to bring resources and expertise. Our job is to convince investors to let the community lead." At Robin Hood’s National @Mobility LABs 3-day convening, partners celebrated the incredible accomplishments of all nine LABs, shared groundbreaking solutions, and imagined a future where prosperity is built collaboratively and intentionally. We were honored to have a seat at this powerful convening, reflecting on Robin Hood’s impact through the eyes of its community partners and gaining insight into where the organization is headed. Exciting conversations, inspiring leadership, and a shared commitment to driving change! 🚀💡 🔥 JobsFirstNYC's Brownsville partners like La'Shawn Allen-Muhammad and Sister Tara Muhammad engaged in powerful discussions, including: 🔹Together, We Rise: Power and Autonomy 🔹Together, We Build: Economic Success Special thanks to Lori B. for providing inspiring and well-grounded insights on the purpose of community and how Mobility LABs has nurtured success in the places it has invested. 🚀💡 #MobilityLABs #TogetherWeSolveTomorrow #CommunityLeadership #EconomicMobility #PlaceBasedSolutions #Partnership #Building #CommunitySolutions #Together

🎙️ JobsFirstNYC’s #My City, My Community #pitch competition is BACK for its 5th year! Hear from our interns about what makes this competition special and how you can get involved. If you're a NYC resident ages 16 to 24 with a big idea for your local community, apply by May 16 for a chance to pitch your vision and win up to $2,500! Finalists will present their pitches at 𝐀𝐝𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤: 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬, 𝐋𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 on July 30. Submit a 500-word summary 📚, a slide deck 📉 , and a 3-minute video 🎥 to the link on our story. Don’t miss out on your opportunity to create local solutions that will make a lasting impact! Click here to apply 👉 https://lnkd.in/e7qwqte4 For more information visit www.jobsfirstnyc.org and click on events #adaptingtothefutureofwork #localsolutionslastingimpact #JobsFirstNYC #MyCityMyCommunity #pitchcompetition #fiveyearanniversary (edited) 

🚨 @JobsFirstNYC's My City, My Community Social Impact Pitch Competition is BACK for its fifth year! 🚨 Are you a 16- to 24-year-old NYC resident with an innovative idea to improve your community? Applications are open NOW through May 16! To apply, submit: 🔹 A 500-word summary outlining the value of your proposal for your community 🔹 A slide deck that organizes and details your project 🔹 A 3-minute video pitch of your idea Finalists will present their ideas at the Adapting to the Future of Work: Local Solutions, Lasting Impact convening. Winners will receive: 🏆 $2,500 for 1st place 🥈 $1,500 for 2nd place 🥉 $750 for 3rd place 🎤 $250 for the Audience’s Favorite Don’t miss this chance to turn your vision into action! Apply today! #NYCYouth #SocialImpact #PitchCompetition #YouthLeadership #Innovation #CommunityChange #AdaptingToTheFuture Click here to apply https://lnkd.in/ep6DCrqi