Census data shows more than 52,000 people in Tallahassee are in their 20s — about 1 in 4 residents. With three major colleges and universities in the city, Tallahassee consistently attracts young adults. The challenge is keeping them connected after graduation. The Tallahassee Urban League Young Professionals is working to change that.
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Tallahassee group works to keep young professionals rooted in the community
The group works alongside the Urban League through community programs, service events and outreach, with a focus on building deeper roots among young adults who might otherwise move on after school.
Darren Mason, the president of the Tallahassee Urban League Young Professionals, says the work is about ensuring someone is ready to carry the community forward…