A unique collaboration proves there is a pipeline of eager and talented water workforce candidates, if the industry seizes the opportunity to tap it.
Since 2015, Hopeworks and New Jersey American Water have partnered on a groundbreaking collaboration aimed at empowering young adults through a unique workforce program. Through this program, individuals from Hopeworks were directly engaged, trained, and employed on geographic information system (GIS) projects. The expertise and resources from New Jersey American Water combined with the passion and dedication of Hopeworks have resulted in a holistic approach to empower young adults and address the workforce needs in the water utility industry. By providing young adults with opportunities for growth and development, Hopeworks equips the students with the necessary skills to enter the workforce and also foster a sense of empowerment and self-belief. This powerful partnership creates a ripple effect, as these individuals go on to make meaningful contributions to their communities and pave the way for a brighter future for themselves and future generations.
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Helping disadvantaged young adults in the U.S. to overcome barriers to economic opportunity and secured sustained long-term employment Hopeworks was founded in New Jersey in 1999 to help young adults overcome barriers to economic opportunity and build sustainable futures. Most participants do not have college degrees, and 99% of them are unemployed when they join […]
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