Posted by Najah Joyeux-Valera on June 24, 2019 in Uncategorized
We are very excited to present to you our four new Board Members elected for a one year term. These individuals embody the character and merit that reflects Urban Edge’s mission and values. Together we will continue to work and implement strategies to better our community.Armani White who is a Boston native. Armani is Wesleyan Alumni, with a degree...
Posted by Najah Joyeux-Valera on February 28, 2019 in Uncategorized
Our interim CEO Marty Jones had the chance to speak with NECN about how the nonprofit helps first time homebuyers.https://www.necn.com/on-air/as-seen-on/Program-Helps-to-Be-Home-Buyers-in-New-England_NECN-506434162.html
Posted by Najah Joyeux-Valera on January 11, 2019 in Uncategorized
Urban Edge has taken a major step in finding a permanent Chief Executive Officer for the organization. We have recently retained the services of TSNE MissionWorks (TSNE) and our TSNE Transition Consultant John Tarvin, who we will be working with the Board’s Search Committee to establish priorities and identify candidates. “Urban Edge’s next...
Posted by Najah Joyeux-Valera on July 20, 2018 in Uncategorized
As I end my internship at Urban Edge, I realize how grateful I am for the time I was able to spend with this organization. I moved to Boston on September 1st and joined the Community Engagement team as an MSW intern one week later, with little knowledge about Boston or its surrounding neighborhoods. I quickly learned about the history of Egleston...
Posted by Najah Joyeux-Valera on July 16, 2018 in Uncategorized
Long-time Urban Edge resident, Kiaralix began working with Community Engagement Officer, Stephanie Rodriguez in October 2017 on financial capability. Stephanie reflected on working with Kiaralix explaining, “When we first started financial coaching Kiaralix was unemployed. A few months later, she was able to get a job, open a savings account,...
