New Investments to Support Young People Through Academic Programs, In-Demand Career Trainings for Growing Sectors, Including Tech, and Provide Apprenticeship Opportunities
Our Bureau
New York, NY
New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced, “Pathways to an Inclusive Economy: An Action Plan for Young Adult Career Success” — a more than $600 million, forward-thinking roadmap to build inclusive pathways for the city’s young people to discover their passion, receive hands-on career experience, and, ultimately, enter the workforce. Through comprehensive, collaborative partnerships across the city, state, and federal governments, and multiple other sectors, the action plan will develop the city’s future workforce, serving up to 250,000 young people. The action plan and its investments deliver on key commitments made in Mayor Adams’ “Working People’s Agenda” and Executive Order 22 to provide young New Yorkers with fulfilling careers and financial security, while helping private employers find the best talent. Today’s announcement marks another stop on Mayor Adams’ “Working People’s Tour,” as the city enters a new chapter of its economic recovery after regaining all of the private sector jobs it lost during the pandemic, more than a year ahead of schedule.
“Our ‘Working People’s Tour’ is focused on making sure our economy works for all New Yorkers — especially our young people — and helps them find the network, resources, and opportunities needed to thrive in an ever-changing world,” said Mayor Adams. “New York City’s tomorrow depends on what we do for our young people today. That’s why this plan brings together all levels of government, multiple city agencies, employers, and partners across various sectors to tell our young people: we are here to help you succeed. From out-of-school and out-of-work youth to high school students who simply want to follow their dreams and everyone in between, this plan is for them — to let them know that New York City is still the place where anything is possible.”
“The future of New York City’s workforce is brighter because of the investments made today in our young people” said First Deputy Mayor Sheena Wright. “Our administration is determined to meet young people wherever they are along their journey to discovering their passion — whether that is through apprenticeships, career-connected learning, or engaging those who are out of school and out of work. The historic commitment in career pathways for both young people and employer partnerships will shape our workforce for generations to come, ensuring all have a pathway to thrive in our city.”
“Early in the administration, Mayor Eric Adams issued Executive Order 22, which plainly laid out the administration’s ambitions for an effective workforce system: one in which the city aligns its education, career preparation, and skills training programs across government and leverages the city’s many resources to position New Yorkers for success,” said Deputy Mayor for Housing, Economic Development, and Workforce Maria Torres-Springer. “The action plan is the roadmap for bringing that ambition to fruition and delivering on this administration’s promises to connect a very special constituency — our youth — to opportunities to access, secure, and thrive in family-sustaining careers. This is what follow through looks like.”
“It is paramount that we give our young people the bright starts that will lead them to bold futures,” said New York City Department of Education (DOE) Chancellor David C. Banks. “The tremendous talent in our city deserves a pathway to success that cultivates that talent. It is an honor to support Mayor Adams in this endeavor to ensure that there is support for our young people as they align passion and purpose to become the next generation of leaders.”
“This groundbreaking program aligns with the city’s steadfast commitment to proactively invest in our youth and promote the enduring economic prosperity of our community,” said New York City Corporation Counsel Sylvia O. Hinds-Radix. “I am enthusiastic about the substantial implications that this program carries for shaping the trajectory of these young professionals. By providing invaluable experiences to apprentices, we are not only cultivating the potential of the next generation, but also fortifying the foundational expertise within our city. This program reflects our dedication to equipping emerging talents with the requisite skills necessary for success in the dynamic landscape of legal practice. Through these efforts, we are poised to cultivate a robust and inclusive workforce, contributing significantly to the prosperity of our collective future.”
“Our student apprentices are working alongside and learning from the professionals that operate the city’s vast water systems and the information technology platforms that support all of our critical work,” said Chief Climate Officer and New York City Department of Environmental Protection Commissioner Rohit T. Aggarwala. “As the city replenishes its workforce, these apprenticeships present pathways to good-paying and secure jobs; these programs are a win-win for all New Yorkers.”
