In our February edition of Community Matters, we highlighted Access For Young Women participants being inspired by women in leadership, our Black History Month celebration at the Pomonok Community Center, and the impact of our&nb
In honor of Womens History Month, we are highlighting our Access For Young Women (AFYW) program, which has been supporting young women in Queens since the 90s.
“I graduated with a cybersecurity degree from SUNY. As I scouted for IT job opportunities, I kept seeing a job requirement of multiple years of experience, which I didn’t have. So I widened my search to more jobs in different industries.
On February 24, in honor of Black History Month, Black community leaders in Pomonok were recognized and celebrated during a special brunch at the Pomonok Community Center. Hundreds of Queens neighbors joined to highlight the impact of Black leaders who have contributed to Pomonok's growth.
