What’s Next for Neighborhoods: A Public Conversation about Jobs
July 24, 2012Buckingham Companies Presents “What’s Next for Neighborhoods: A Public Conversation about Jobs” Tuesday, August 14, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Indiana Landmarks Center Cook Theater 1201 Central Avenue …
Buckingham Companies Presents “What’s Next for Neighborhoods: A Public Conversation about Jobs”
Tuesday, August 14, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Indiana Landmarks Center Cook Theater 1201 Central Avenue
According to the US Census, for the period between 2006 and 2010, the average jobless rate in Indianapolis’ urban core was 17% compared to 10% in Marion County. The median household income was $29,000 compared to $43,000 in the county, and the poverty rate was more than double at 27.5%.
When unemployment is high, people spend less, basic needs go unmet, local businesses suffer, and crime increases. Core urban neighborhoods are usually hit the hardest when jobs are hard to find. Raymond Flynn, former Mayor of Boston, was fond of saying that the only real social policy is a job.
Join the Buckingham Companies, Indiana Humanities, and LISC to discuss the challenges to employment in our core neighborhoods, successful strategies to overcome those challenges, and opportunities for future success. Our panelists are: Brooke Huntington, President and CEO, Employ Indy Dean Johns, Director, Financial Foundations, John H. Boner Community Center Steven L. Jones, Executive Director, Talent Management, Diversity & MH/UH HR Leader Gregg Keesling, President, RecycleForce Moderator: Erika Smith, Columnist, The Indianapolis Star Come. Listen. Question. Space is limited. RSVP to Shawn Thomas, or 317.396-0588 x. 19 by Thursday, August 9. |