About
Project Partners
Association for a Better New York (ABNY)
The Association for a Better New York (ABNY) is a nonprofit organization that convenes, mobilizes, and activates the region's public and private sectors for the continuous growth and renewal of New York City's people, communities, and businesses.
For over 50 years, ABNY has united a broad coalition of 250+ business, nonprofit, and labor leaders to tackle New York City's biggest challenges. ABNY strengthens the civic fabric of New York City by coalition building around key policies, convening our network through events, cultivating the next generation of civic talent through ABNY Young Professionals and ABNY Women, and celebrating New York City, all to create a stronger, more inclusive, more engaged city.
New York City Employment and Training Coalition (NYCETC)
As the leading voice for workforce development in New York City, the New York City Employment and Training Coalition (NYCETC) — founded in 1997 — is the largest city-based workforce association in the nation. Our network of more than 220 member organizations empowers over 200,000 New Yorkers every year with comprehensive education, training, and employment opportunities, helping residents secure quality jobs and advance their economic mobility.
NYCETC advances policies, partnerships, and investments that expand economic opportunity and strengthen New York City's economy. Working at the intersection of workforce development, education, business, labor, and economic development, our members connect New Yorkers — especially those from historically marginalized communities — to quality jobs, career pathways, and the supports needed to succeed. Together with employers and industry partners, we help build a more inclusive, competitive, and equitable economy that benefits all New Yorkers.
HR&A Advisors
HR&A Advisors, Inc. helps cities tackle their most pressing challenges. For over 50 years, HR&A has guided public, private, and nonprofit leaders through high-stakes decisions that create impact. HR&A combines rigorous analysis with creative problem-solving to unlock investment, expand opportunity, and bring communities to life.