Boston’s summer youth jobs program will include two new features this year: 1) A Learn & Earn Career Development Internship that pays participants for college-level coursework, and 2) An online resource guide that includes a primer on workers’ rights compiled
Project Opportunity, a new pilot program led by the Mayor’s Office of Workforce Development and Office of Public Safety, creates opportunities for Boston residents to move beyond the limitations of a criminal record. One of the primary ways Project Opportunity
Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Neighborhood Jobs Trust has dedicated $2.4 million to emergency supports for workforce and education programs, as well as specialized job training for workers preparing to enter the IT/tech industry. “Supporting our students,
Due to the COVID-19 health crisis, regulations around certifications for healthcare workers have changed in many cases. Below is a review of some of the more significant changes. Changed regulations in ALL healthcare settings Healthcare providers’ licenses that recently expired
The Mayor’s Office of Workforce Development (OWD) distributed more than $13 million from July 2018 – June 2019 to 85 local organizations that serve Boston’s workers, according to the newly released Fiscal Year 2019 OWD Annual Report. These organizations provided
“I’ve been in this work a long time,” says Ed Norton, social emotional director at College Bound Dorchester. “And it always amazes me…” The phone line drops silent. Ed’s choking up. He apologizes, swears that he’s “stone-hearted Irish,” and regroups.
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