In this Op-Ed, Vanessa L. Gibson said the hub that Fordham broke ground on in July will prepare green economy workers through job training, employment services, small business innovation, and community events.
Through the pioneering leadership of Fordham University President Tania Tetlow, this project convenes higher education, industry, and community-based organizations in practical ways. Like helping colleges and universities expand programs in solar panel repair, electric vehicle charging installation, and urban agriculture. Like partnering with industry of all kinds to ensure trainees from the community meet hiring specifications that companies and nonprofits want job applicants to have upon completion of their microcredential. Like helping an exceptional network of social service and community organizations to expand their work so trainees have the support they need to complete their program and can get down to work.
Read the full column on The Bronx Green Jobs Center.