youth employment
Over 500 youth in Monroe County will gain job experience through ROC Your Job, a $4 million after-school employment program launched in partnership with RochesterWorks. Aimed at youth aged 14–20 from low-income households (at or below 200% of the federal poverty level), the initiative helps participants build resumes and improve future employment prospects. Monroe County Executive […]
Governor Hochul announced that over $4 million had been awarded to Monroe County for Youth Employment Programs to support the state’s fight against gun violence. Studies show that at-risk youth are less likely to engage in violence if they have a job. With this in mind, Hochul announced her plan to combat gun violence among youth. […]
The ROC Your Job initiative has expanded into a year-long after-school employment program, announced Monday. Supported by $3.9 million from New York State’s youth employment program, the initiative aims to connect teens in underserved neighborhoods with job opportunities. Last year, over 300 students participated, and with the expansion, nearly 350 teens are expected to benefit. […]
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