Verizon to donate $70K, celebrate Latina leaders and offer free headshots at career event in Philly
April 03 2024 - 8:00AM
On Thursday, April 4, Verizon’s
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Philadelphia store event will feature a panel discussion
with some of the city’s top Latina leaders; offer free professional
headshots to attending community members; and celebrate the
company’s $70,000 in new donations to local Latino-serving
organizations that boost digital inclusion, education, youth
empowerment and small business.
From 5 to 7 p.m. April 4, at Verizon's 1430 Walnut Street store
in Philadelphia, the latest event in the company’s Connected By
Culture series will continue to inspire local workforce development
through a panel discussion; networking via an onsite Verizon
recruiter; and a photographer who will take headshots for attendees
to use in job applications and professional websites. And the
combined $70,000 in new Verizon donations will benefit the Greater
Philadelphia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Xiente, Congreso de
Latinos Unidos, Concilio, and Latino Partnership Institute.
The panel, moderated by Adriana Dawson, Director of Community
Engagement for Verizon, will feature Latina changemakers from
across Philadelphia. Panelists include Dr. Michelle Carrera
Morales, Executive Director for Xiente; Julia Rivera, Chief
External Affairs Officer for Congreso de Latinos Unidos; Jennifer
Rodriguez, President & CEO for the Greater Philadelphia
Hispanic Chamber of Commerce; and Paula Umaña, Community Resiliency
Managing Director for the United Way of Greater Philadelphia and
Southern New Jersey. The discussion aims to amplify panelists'
stories, career journeys and impactful work transforming the Latino
community in Philadelphia.
“I am excited about Verizon’s commitment to support and empower
Philadelphia’s Latinx communities to flourish and thrive,” Umaña
said. “By creating a space for meaningful conversation and
celebrating the vibrant contributions of our people, we foster a
culture of inclusivity and equity. I join you with gratitude and
humility to uplift Latinx voices and propel a future of shared
success and opportunity for all.”
"At Verizon, we are proud to bring our Connected by Culture
series to Philadelphia to continue to celebrate the Latino
community and highlight the impactful contributions of Latina
leaders and their organizations helping to move our communities
forward," said Adriana Dawson, Director of Community Engagement for
Verizon. "This is part of our ongoing commitment to serve our
customers, communities, and partners with pride and culture."
Aligning with the company’s Citizen Verizon responsible-business
initiative, this event highlights Verizon’s continuing commitment
to workforce development, including the free Verizon Skill Forward
program, which provides communities access to self-paced,
expert-led skills building online courses through partner edX. With
no prior experience or college degree required, Verizon Skill
Forward participants can access edX’s self-paced, expert-led online
courses designed by universities and industry experts for one year
at no cost, including dedicated courses in Spanish.
Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ) was formed in
2000 and is one of the world’s leading providers of technology and
communications services. Headquartered in New York City and with a
presence around the world, Verizon generated revenues of $134.0
billion in 2023. The company offers data, video and voice services
and solutions on its award-winning networks and platforms,
delivering on customers’ demand for mobility, reliable network
connectivity, and security.
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