Op-Ed Justice Reinvestment Fund
February 9, 2023This Op-ed penned by me, Scott K. Wilderman who is President and CEO of Career Resources, Inc., and Senator Tony Hwang in the CT Mirror on a Justice Reinvestment Fund (JRF)
English Language Learner Parent Bill of Rights
January 27, 2023At a press conference in support of a bill for an English Language Learner Parent Bill of Rights that enumerates the rights of English language learner students and the responsibilities of local and regional boards of education to educate such students.
Application Opening Soon: Access Health Broker Academy
January 27, 2023To diversify the insurance broker community in our state, Access Health CT has established the Broker Academy Program to create a pathway for newly licensed insurance brokers by recruiting from and building the skillset of those who live and work in underserved communities throughout Connecticut.
WBDC Equity Match Grant Application Now Open!
January 27, 2023The Women’s Business Development Council's Equity Match Grant Program application is now open, and the deadline to apply is February 28!
Help With Paying Energy Bills Event
January 23, 2023I want to share an upcoming event on Wednesday to learn about help with paying energy bills. Please share with anyone that may benefit from this event.
CareerConneCT Expands Intake Portal
December 15, 2022Great news! CareerConneCT is expanding its intake portal. The goal of CareerConneCT is to provide underemployed and unemployed Connecticut residents with resources and training necessary for the pursuit of a well-paying, high-quality career path. The program provides free job training, case management, supportive services, and employment assistance.
New Laws Taking Effect in the New Year
December 15, 2022As we prepare to ring in the new year and welcome the start of 2023, a number of laws passed will take effect when the clock strikes midnight on January 1st!
Millions Approved for Bridgeport Projects
December 9, 2022These projects will continue our efforts to improve the quality of life and make Bridgeport more attractive for economic activity.