In the face of unprecedented challenges, we continue to champion Bronx and NYC youth by partnering to remove systemic barriers and create new ways for young people to earn and learn. We thank our champions of talent for your continued efforts to seize disruption and help NYC prepare for a summer unlike any other.

In standing with the many peaceful protestors, and as global citizens calling for justice, HERE to HERE’s staff and board commit to becoming an actively anti-racist organization intentionally building towards racial equity, both internally and through our external partnerships.

In 2019 we continued to align the systems of work and education, building an ecosystem that better serves students, businesses, and communities. We are grateful for you and the work we’ve accomplished together. Let’s keep up the momentum in 2020.

As we gear up for fall, let’s take a moment to look back on all the successes, challenges, and findings of the last few months. Let’s honor the collaboration, commitment, and engagement required to create transformative summer experiences, and the steps we’ve taken together to build more equitable paths to opportunity.

Over the past few months, we stood up CareerWise New York, launched The Bronx PIC, and expanded SYEP and critical partnerships. Our work relies on the support of The Bronx and NYC community—we owe great thanks to all the organizations, educators, policy-makers, students, and staff that make our work possible.