Press and Publications

Following NYCETC’s inaugural Workforce Development Week —a week-long event bringing together policymakers, practitioners, and leaders across workforce and economic development, higher education, philanthropy, city and state government, and labor (#NYCWorkforceWeek) —we are proud to celebrate leaders from our member organizations honored in City & State’s prestigious 2024 Trailblazers in Economic Development list. Congratulations to: “Including our members […]

Shoshana Marder, the newly appointed Executive Director of Leap Fund, joins Gregory J. Morris, CEO of NYCETC, for a discussion on her professional journey and the tools, policy initiatives, and advocacy efforts addressing benefits cliffs. Gregory J Morris, NYCETC: Tell us about the work. And tell us about your journey, too. Shoshana Marder, Leap Fund: […]

Cass Conrad, Executive Director of The Carroll and Milton Petrie Foundation, and David Fischer, Principal of Altior Policy Solutions, sit down with Gregory J Morris, Chief Executive Officer of NYCETC, for a conversation on the new report Bold Solutions to Re-Engage. The report “delves into the pressing issue of declining college enrollment, a challenge significantly […]

A feature on how New York City is connecting new arrivals to work.

Watch these short videos on our YouTube channel.

NYCETC quoted in the Mayor’s Office of the City of New York’s press release.

Read more about the inaugural summer of SYEP Pride and the employers participating in the program.

Greg Morris, NYCETC, sits down with Leslie Abbey of Hot Bread Kitchen to discuss their culinary program for new arrivals, employment in the food industry, and social capital.

NYCETC is named as a cohort member working with the New Arrivals Strategy Team.

As we continue to navigate the uncertainties and complexities of a post-pandemic New York, with its associated and near hourly hopeful moments and heartbreaking ones, it is essential for each of us reflect on both the immeasurable fortitude and decisiveness that our City’s women have demonstrated each and every time NYC has been confronted with […]

Michelle Jackson, HSC; Greg Morris, NYCETC; and Maria Lizardo, NMIC are interviewed by Bob Hennelly.

There is no shortage of dynamism among the members of our coalition. Regardless of the particular job title or communities served, the efforts to put New Yorkers on paths to work – no matter the starting point – are relentless and inspired. Embedded in these efforts – whether we call it out bluntly or now – […]

This week Gregory J Morris sat down with Ira Yankwitt, Literacy Assistance Center to discuss adult literacy programming and the new RFP from the Department of Youth and Community Development.

New York Amsterdam News’ coverage of the 2024 NYCETC Conference.

City & State New York’s coverage of the 2024 NYCETC Conference | On Practice.

City & State New York’s coverage of the 2024 NYCETC Conference | On Policy.

NYCETC quoted in THE CITY article by Greg David.

Michelle Jackson, HSC; Greg Morris, NYCETC; and Maria Lizardo, NMIC are interviewed by Bob Hennelly.

Stacks+Joules, Henry Street Settlement, and NYCETC featured.

NYN Media’s coverage of the 2023 NYCETC Conference.

Op-ed by Michelle Jackson, HSC and Gregory J Morris, NYCETC

NYCETC and members contributed to this NYT feature.

1010 WINS includes Greg Morris speaking in support of work authorization for new arrivals.

Gregory J. Morris, CEO of the New York City Employment & Training Coalition joins Open Tuesday host Kibin Alleyne to discuss the massive cuts to workforce development, specifically with re-entry programs for the formerly incarcerated.

Greg Morris, the CEO of the New York City Employment and Training Coalition, joined NY1 political anchor Errol Louis on “Inside City Hall” to discuss the budget.

“The departure of top deputy mayors underscores what many of us have long sensed—this administration has lost its footing. The exit of talent in areas vital to the public interest and our infrastructure – economic development and housing, health and human services, operations and public safety – raises urgent questions about the City’s direction and stability. The way […]

NYCETC quoted in the Mayor’s Office of the City of New York’s press release.

The Advisory Council will provide strategic guidance and foster partnerships to enhance job skills and equitable workforce opportunities for New Yorkers

Corporation for a Skilled Workforce is pleased to announce the 2025 Workforce Benchmarking Network New York City cohort, with support from The Pinkerton Foundation, The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation, and Deutsche Bank, and in partnership with New York City Employment and Training Coalition.

Learn more about NYCETC’s newest board members.

NYCETC quoted in the Mayor’s Office of the City of New York’s press release.

NYCETC is named as a cohort member working with the New Arrivals Strategy Team.

An opportunity for up to 15 NYCETC members to participate in monthly activities, exploring how to use qualitative and quantitative data to understand their impact beyond required programs measures.

Grants Provided to 5 NYCETC Member Organizations Focused on Growing and Sustaining An Equitable and Inclusive Tech Training Ecosystem through Promising Practice and Partnership

In response to the news that Deputy Mayor Maria Torres-Springer will take on an expanded portfolio to include Housing, Economic Development and Workforce Development, NYCETC released the following statement

NYCETC released the following statement in response to Mayor Adams’ executive budget proposal for Fiscal Year 2024

The new NYCETC Board Members represent workforce development providers equalizing access to employment in growing industries, providing professional networks, and offering dynamic training opportunities to New Yorkers devastated by the pandemic downturn.

NEW YORK (March 21, 2023) — Today, the New York City Employment and Training Coalition (NYCETC) released a report alongside the Center for New York City Affairs at The New School (CNYCA), and the Workforce Professionals Training Institute (WPTI) with recommendations for rebuilding the New York City workforce post-pandemic.

Commitment from Google Announced at New York City Employment and Training Coalition Annual Conference For Workforce Providers, Partners Mayor Eric Adams, City Council Members, Labor Leaders and Others Spoke To More Than 500 Attendees In Support of Stronger Workforce, Economic Development Policies CLICK HERE TO VIEW CONFERENCE VIDEOS New York, NY – (Oct. 19, 2022) […]