Amid Liberia's recovery from the aftermath of a 14-year civil conflict and the Ebola outbreak, the country confronts significant hurdles in education, peace-building, and socioeconomic development. The Liberia Institute for Girls Project stems from dialogues addressing Liberia's overarching needs, notably the socioeconomic deprivation and marginalization experienced by Liberian women and girls.
Read MoreAs part of the City of Hartford’s ambitious Climate Action Plan, the City aims to improve quality of life for its residents through environmental stewardship, advancing the local economy, improving public health outcomes, and promoting social equity. This project was designed to address current gaps in the community by improving resident access to resources that stabilize utility bills, reduce energy burden, make homes more comfortable, address health and safety barriers, and improve home values. By doing so, the project aimed to facilitate the uptake of residential projects related to energy efficiency, weatherization, and building performance.
Read MoreIn recent years, the expanding U.S. green economy has created a significant opportunity for the City of New Haven to enhance its reputation as a leading environmental workforce destination. The city seeks to achieve this by empowering its residents to acquire new skills and knowledge, thereby channeling “green” dollars into local businesses. To ensure a truly sustainable labor pool and a just transition to a green energy economy, we must make certain that workforce programming is accessible, affordable and readily available to our next generation of contractors.
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