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During these times of economic hardship jobs are especially needed more than ever before. We must be more understanding and supportive to the task at hand by keeping the workforce healthy and robust, if not then we as a city will have failed.
Once again, the annual outdoor PIC/BOSS job fair is taking place Thursday, September 30 at De Fremery Park in West Oakland. This year’s job fair will feature potential employers that could help accelerate access to the workforce more than in past years. During these times of economic hardship jobs are especially needed more than ever before. We must be more understanding and supportive to the task at hand by keeping the workforce healthy and robust, if not then we as a city will have failed.
Unfortunately, a lot of those seeking employment come from the class of the formerly incarcerated who have returned home and are trying to make an example to those who will follow in their footsteps. They are looking for a hand-up, not a handout.
As a shining example of employer an in dentistry, Dr. Daniel Nam, who can be contacted at www.justhealth510.org/fire is seeking to provide comprehensive dental care to the formerly incarcerated population well beyond what their insurance covers.
Many have contacted me and expressed interest in donating to non-profit organizations that can empower those who are seeking to re-enter our city. I urge all to donate to the Justhealth510.org through F.I.R.E (Formerly Incarcerated Requiring Empowerment), which is aligned with R.O.C.S (Restoring our Community Services) and support the PIC (Private Industry Council) and BOSS (Building Opportunities for Self Sufficiency).
