New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) awarded $1.4 million to the recipients of its East Brooklyn Workforce Development Fund.
Each of the five awardees has had a significant impact within their community, with a demonstrated commitment to investing in and empowering the local East Brooklyn workforce.
“IMPACCT Brooklyn, a workforce development and affordable housing advocacy organization, for the launch of workforce development programs in entrepreneurship and real estate/property development, in partnership with BMS Family Health and Wellness Centers, Community Mediation Services, and Urbane Development.” – NYCEDC
“We applaud EDC for its efforts to build impactful partnerships with community organizations, workforce systems, and other stakeholders to drive real change,” said Executive Director Jamal C. Robinson, IMPACCT Brooklyn. “This award energizes our core vision of eradicating housing insecurity and developing strategies to train, recruit and enhance the workforce talent that we have in Brooklyn. Through partnerships with BMS Family Health and Wellness Centers, Community Mediation Services, and Urbane Development, we’re creating pathways to keep residents rooted in their neighborhoods while opening doors to entrepreneurship and community development— ensuring Brooklyn’s vibrancy thrives for generations to come.”
