Just A Start

Check out this awesome video! We are grateful for the Cambridge Redevelopment Authority (CRA) and their continued support through the Forward Fund!

"Teamwork makes the dream work!" I am incredibly proud to see how our trainees support each other in their learning journey at Just A Start. After Cirron Richardson led a workshop on Wednesday, Lucas took the initiative to share what he learned with classmates who missed the session the next day. Lucas Prigmore, you did an amazing job! Your willingness to step up and teach your peers is a testament to the power of collaboration and continuous learning. Now, let's all take it a step further and strengthen our interview skills with these eLearning certifications! #biotechnology #adulteducation #LifelongLearning #Teamwork #CareerSuccess #WorkforceDevelopment

We’re kicking off the 30th Annual YouthBuild Day at the State House! Organized by the Massachusetts YouthBuild Coalition, this is the largest convening yet. Stay tuned as we meet with legislators to advocate for YouthBuild and the future of young people in our communities! #YouthBuild #Advocacy #Leadership YouthBuild Global

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Just A Start and Somerville Community Land Trust are partnering to bring 100% affordable housing to 297 Medford Street in Somerville. This project will create approximately 50 new affordable rental homes in a prime location near transit, schools, and community spaces. Read the full press release to learn more about the project and upcoming community engagement opportunities: https://lnkd.in/ey8J5GzQ #AffordableHousing #SomervilleMA #JustAStart #SCLT

Happy Employee Appreciation Day to our incredible team! 🎉 Your hard work, dedication, and passion drive our mission forward every day and we are grateful for each and every one of YOU! ✨ #EmployeeAppreciationDay

Progress at 52 New Street! 🏗️ We’re on track to bring 106 affordable apartments to North Cambridge. The final floor is taking shape, with framing underway on the 6th floor and window openings covered for weather protection. Meanwhile, mechanical, electrical, fire protection, and plumbing work continues below. Thank you, Callahan Construction Managers, for keeping things moving through the recent winter chill! #Affordablehousing #JustAStart #CambridgeMa

Callahan Construction Managers gave our YouthBuild Just A Start construction students an exclusive site visit of the 52 New Street project, soon to be 106 units of 100% affordable rental housing! We are excited to see our programs come together as YouthBuild trainees gain real world experience on a project that will strengthen our community.

Happy World Day of Social Justice! We are proud to be recognized as one of The Social Innovation Forum's Social Innovators. Learn more about our Financial Empowerment Collaborative and our fellow innovators making an impact: https://lnkd.in/eSSVCK_Y

We are one week away from the first information session for the Adult Career Training 2025/26 season. Ready to launch your career in Information Technology or Biotechnology? Attend an upcoming session and take the first step. Register now!  🖥️🧬 #JASACT

Once a part of Just a Start, always a part of Just A Start! Thank you to our incredible Adult Career Training alumni for joining us at our annual Postcard Night! It was so special to reconnect and see you support our current trainees with words of encouragement as they begin their second semester. Your success continues to inspire us, and we were thrilled to show you our new training center, a space that belongs to you, too! #JASACT