Fall River Mayor Paul Coogan, in partnership with the MassHire Bristol Workforce Board, has launched the Youth Employment Gateway Cities Learning Community Pilot.
According to a release, the Healey-Driscoll Administration established the Youth Employment Gateway Cities Learning Community Pilot aimed at enhancing youth employment opportunities throughout the state. As part of the pilot, the MassHire Bristol Workforce Board, in partnership with Gateway Cities and employers, have organized this initiative to develop innovative approaches to youth engagement, employer partnerships, and career readiness.
The program’s focus is to connect young adults with summer employment opportunities throughout the greater Fall River, Taunton and Attleboro areas. Thomas Perreira, Executive Director of the MassHire Bristol Workforce Board, noted the importance of this initiative…