Welcome

 

Welcome to the Urban Jobs Task Force of Syracuse, where we are deeply committed to advocating for economic and racial justice within our community. As the Executive Director, I am thrilled to have you join us in our mission to create meaningful and lasting change. Our organization has achieved significant milestones, such as publishing the Racial Equity Impact Statement, developing the Syracuse Build Playbook, and reaching a 15% incentivized local hire goal on the I-81 project. We actively participate in the Big Table and Worksmart collaborative group, continuing to ensure that Syracuse locals have equitable access to opportunities on this monumental project. Thanks to our persistent advocacy and the collaborative efforts of key stakeholders, I-81 has become a benchmark for infrastructure development, earning recognition in the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Roadmap.

 

In my role, I leverage my background in psychology and forensic science from Syracuse University to support our mission. Through fostering meaningful connections and strategic systems, I aim to empower individuals to achieve self-actualization and reach their fullest potential. Our community-focused efforts, such as the ON-RAMP Initiative, are integral to strengthening our membership and increasing diversity. I am passionate about creating systemic change and warmly welcome you to contribute to this transformative journey. Your involvement is invaluable in helping us build a more equitable community, and together, we can pave the way for impactful improvements that will resonate for generations to come.

— Tylah Worrell

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