In addition, the governor said providing opportunities at-risk youth will” break the cycle of gang violence once and for all.”
The New York State Department of Labor is allocating $3 million to expand job training opportunities for the youth. It is requesting local organizations to submit proposals to help connect young men and women in Long Island to job training and career opportunities.
On the other hand, the New York State of Office of Children and Family Services is awarding $2.25 million to non-profit organizations (NGOs) in Long Island. The NGOs will be responsible for implementing the Community Credible Messengers Initiative over the next five years. The initiative supports young people who are re-entering the community after a juvenile justice placement.
Meanwhile, the Empire State After-School Program is awarding $2 million to not-for-profit community-based organizations and select school districts in Long Island that serve at-risk youth. The fund is expected to create 1,250 new after-school programs for kids in Nassau and Suffolk Counties.
