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Located in the heart of Broward County, the City of Lauderhill is home to nearly 75,000 residents and a growing number of bustling businesses that help drive the region’s economy. Known for its diverse cultural richness and welcoming community, this All-American City is less than 10 miles from South Florida’s world-famous beaches. The city proudly holds the title of the “cricket capital” of the United States, thanks to Central Broward Regional Park Stadium—the first U.S. cricket ground certified by the International Cricket Council (ICC) to host international matches. This landmark venue has become a hub for cricket in North America, drawing major international events and helping to grow the sport’s popularity across the region. The city is also popular for arts and recreation, featuring signature destinations like Lauderhill Performing Arts Center, Lauderhill Historical Museum, Lauderhill Golf Course and several scenic parks with picturesque trails. With a strong focus on people, progress and sustainability, Lauderhill continues to be a vibrant place for everyone under the sun.
City of Lauderhill Receives Grant from the National League of Cities to Promote Equitable Career Opportunities for Youth
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City of Lauderhill Receives Grant from the National League of Cities to Promote Equitable Career Opportunities for Youth
Lauderhill, FL – January 19, 2022 – 6:00 PM – The City of Lauderhill is proud to join a new initiative led by the National League of Cities (NLC) to make true economic opportunity a reality for youth and young adults who are marginalized from quality education and career opportunities. The City of Lauderhill joins five other cities from across the nation receiving grants of $150,000, along with specialized assistance from NLC’s staff and other national experts to advance the city’s efforts to expand STEM career pathways for marginalized young people.
“Through this grant, Lauderhill has an opportunity to assist young people learn about industries that can lead to career opportunities. Vice Mayor Melissa P. Dunn has been at the helm of this initiative and considering how passionate she is about developing our youth, I am certain this endeavor will be a great success,” says Mayor Ken Thurston.
Vice Mayor Melissa P. Dunn will be spearheading a Cross-Sector team through the establishment of a Youth STEM Council subgroup from the Lauderhill Health and Prosperity Partnership group. With representation from BIPOC youth, STEM employers, youth serving organizations and city chiefs of staff, the City looks forward to enabling marginalized youth with increased opportunity and resources to excel in STEM career pathways in the City of Lauderhill.
Marginalized youth and young adults are disproportionately represented among industries hardest hit by the pandemic, such as healthcare, hospitality, service, childcare, and agriculture. These young people, who identify as Black, Indigenous, or People of Color (BIPOC), are low income, or are disconnected from school and/or the workforce have limited access to quality educational and career experiences. Students graduating from high school in 2020 and 2021 face particularly unique and long-term risks. Since the Great Recession, nearly 95 percent of all new jobs have gone to workers with at least some college education; yet, as a result of the pandemic, the likelihood of youth pursuing a four-year degree decreased 23 percent between May 2020 and September 2021 – down to 48 percent from 71 percent.
“Educational attainment is directly linked to a city’s economic vitality and well-being, and there is a great opportunity for municipal leaders to help youth link their education to meaningful careers,” said Dr. Robert Blaine, Senior Executive and Director, Institute for Youth, Education and Families. “The National League of Cities is proud to work with the City of Lauderhill to develop new career opportunities and supports for marginalized young people in Lauderhill.”
The Youth Excel initiative runs from January 2022 through June 2023 and is generously supported by the Siemens Foundation. You can learn more at: https://www.nlc.org/initiative/youth-excel.