Collaborations

Our growth in programming has allowed us to expand and explore new partnerships and collaborations which help maintain and support our efforts. It is not only vital for long term sustainability, but, critically important in the short term success of our current programs.

Diversify-NY has collaborated with a number of new organizations in support of our expanded programming; all centered on creating economic equity within the region.

Expanded Programming

In recognition of the impediments and barriers created by poverty, a focal point of our programming growth has been financial literacy and empowering communities that are less fluent in finance and economics as a whole.

In addition to financial literacy, Diversify-NY has expanded its entrepreneurial assistance to include youth aged participants in hopes of fostering the next generation of business owners and leaders. Lastly, we are piloting a summer job training and professional development program for youth as well Not only will this help address the economic disparities within the region, but also the epidemic of gun violence by offering viable solutions to those affected by poverty in Syracuse and Central New York.

Certify CNY New York State MWBE Application Assistance

Government Contracting

For nearly 8 years Diversify-NY has remained at the forefront of advocacy in pushing state contracting opportunities for minority and women lead firms primarily in Central New York In strategic alignment with those goals, the Alliance for Economic Inclusion and the County of Onondaga has funded our third year of programming, which supports our initiative to increase New York State certified firms in Central New York by 30% over a five year period An increased rate of certified firms expands the existing contracting pool, as well as, provides greater economic opportunities for those participating in the program.