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New York Jobs CEO Council
The New York Jobs CEO Council works to prepare residents of diverse, low-income communities for future jobs by connecting them with in-demand skills and removing barriers to training and employment. They also focus on developing long-term career pathways.
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Industry Scholars Program
Launched in 2016, the CTE Industry Scholars Program (ISP) connects high school students (ages 16-18) with paid internships in various fields like engineering, healthcare, and IT. Since then, over 7,000 students have participated in ISP, gaining real-world experience and exploring career paths. The program benefits both students and businesses. Students…
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CenterState CEO | Work Train
CenterState CEO, a regional chamber of commerce, leads the Work Train initiative to address workforce development in Central New York. Work Train tackles this challenge from two angles: empowering workers and assisting employers. For workers, Work Train provides resources and training to develop in-demand skills, ultimately connecting them with family-sustaining…
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CenterState CEO | Up Start
Aiming to revitalize Syracuse’s underserved neighborhoods, CenterState CEO’s Up Start program offers a helping hand to aspiring entrepreneurs. Up Start provides a two-punch solution: technical assistance and real estate development. On the technical side, the program connects entrepreneurs with professional service providers and industry mentors to address specific business needs…
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Robinhood | School Age Children Programs
Recognizing that quality education is paramount for all children, Robin Hood targets its efforts in New York City on providing high-level learning experiences, especially for students from low-income families. Their three-pronged approach focuses on accelerating learning, supporting educators, and redesigning schools. They fund innovative teaching methods, after-school programs, and resources…
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CenterState CEO | Securing Micron’s Historic Community Investment
CenterState CEO played a key role in securing Micron’s investment in Central New York for a mega-fab facility. This project is expected to bring significant economic benefits to the region, including 9,000 new jobs. Part of the agreement included a $500 million Community Investment Framework to ensure inclusive growth. CenterState…
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CenterState CEO | Syracuse Surge Workforce
Syracuse Surge Workforce specifically targets the manufacturing sector. It provides job seekers with relevant skills training, including industry certifications, to prepare them for high-tech assembly jobs. Some programs are even free, making them more accessible. Employers gain access to this newly skilled workforce, allowing them to recruit based on potential…
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NYC Mayor’s Office of Workforce Development | NY Human Resources Administration
New York City’s Human Resources Administration (HRA) is using an EDA grant to bolster the city’s construction and logistics workforce. They’ll target low-income residents receiving public assistance to connect them with training and job placement programs in these sectors. Partnering with unions and the City University of New York (CUNY),…
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City University of New York | Comprehensive supports for community college students: Bronx
The Accelerated Study in Associate Programs (ASAP) is a student success program designed to boost graduation rates for community college students. It’s included in the Results for America’s Economic Mobility Catalog as a strategy to improve access to affordable education and increase earning potential. ASAP achieves this by providing students…
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Robinhood | Early Childhood
Robin Hood recognizes the critical impact of early childhood development and targets its efforts on improving access to high-quality resources for young children and their families in New York City. Their two-pronged approach focuses on direct services and policy advocacy. Direct services provide immediate support for children, mothers, and caregivers,…