As an arts-focused organization, ZUMIX was in some ways uniquely suited to face a pandemic. Creativity, at its core, is adaptability. “We’re the opposite of a conservatory,” said Jenny Shulman, director of operations. “We emphasize creative youth development. The importance
The structure of intergenerational programming provided by Mothers for Justice and Equality (MJE) typically followed the rhythms of normal life. Parents attended MJE’s job readiness and wellness workshops while their children were in school. Many of these adults, survivors of
Below are helpful resources for Boston workers who have been affected by the impacts of the COVID-19 crisis. This page will be routinely updated as more information becomes available. Please note: These resources below are NOT provided by our office
We are always proud to be a partner in your work serving low-income Boston residents, and we recognize that during this difficult time many of your organizations will be on the front line of providing services to our communities. For
Mayor Martin J. Walsh announced today that Urban College of Boston (UCB) will become the sixth college to join the City’s Tuition-Free Community College (TFCC) Plan, which pays for up to three years of tuition and mandatory fees, as well
Kelvin Vazquez was a young man with a plan for his future. Even as a 20-year-old tow truck driver, he knew he wanted to get his Commercial Driver’s License. The credential would make him a more in-demand driver, allowing him
Mayor Martin J. Walsh’s Boston Tax Help Coalition and other community partners yesterday encouraged Boston residents to take advantage of free tax preparation services available at more than 30 sites across the Boston area. The services help residents who earn
Most young adults experiencing homelessness in Boston are also unemployed, compounding the difficulty of establishing a safe home and a better future. But a new initiative, funded by a competitive national grant, aims to spark employment solutions for these young
Mayor Martin J. Walsh and the Mayor’s Office of Workforce Development announced the disbursement of $1.35 million in Neighborhood Jobs Trust (NJT) funds to 23 community-based organizations to provide job training skills and support services to low-income Boston residents. The
Between 2017 and 2018 more than 2,000 Boston residents accessed job training and education programs thanks to the Neighborhood Jobs Trust, a public charitable trust fed by linkage fees from developers of large-scale commercial projects in the City of Boston.