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Are you ready to drive change at the local level? FUSE is thrilled to kick off our Fall 2024 recruiting season with 10 amazing projects! We’re partnering with the City of Columbus, Salt Lake City, and Los Angeles County to make a real impact where it matters most. Don't miss this opportunity to be a part of something extraordinary! Apply now and join us in reshaping communities across the country. Learn more and apply today: https://lnkd.in/gdX2jiJN Meet the recruiting team! Vice President of Recruiting: Ceantel Rubin (She/Her/Hers) Senior Director of Recruiting: John Kendzior Manager of Recruiting: Raleah Davis Senior Associate of Recruiting: Nana Agyeman #FUSEfellows #ExecutiveFellowship #Fall2024 #LocalGovernment #CommunityImpact

FUSE Executive Fellow Edidiong Mendie participated in a job and community outreach fair hosted by OHNO Construction for the Rio De Los Angeles Fields Improvement Project, in collaboration with the 100 Acre Partnership, City of Los Angeles, and Transcal Services. Mendie is supporting the City in creating a Taylor Yard Equity Strategy (TYES) Action Plan, ensuring equitable development of the Taylor Yard rail site while addressing community needs and concerns through strategic recommendations on policy, social, and programmatic levels. "It was an excellent opportunity to discuss the TYES project, raise awareness, and advance economic opportunities through green workforce development," Mendie reflected. #LosAngeles #WorkforceDevelopment #GreenJobs #CommunityOutreach #CommunityEngagement #Sustainability #EnvironmentalJustice

Clean Cities-Georgia is providing EV transportation implementation plans for Gerogia. The 2021 Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act help lower carbon emissions and build energy infrastructure across the country. Georgia has over 30,000 EV drivers on the road and the state has more than 1,300 publicly available EV charging stations, boasting more than 3,400 individual outlets. Commissioner Ted Terry of Super District 6 in DeKalb is looking to increase EV capacity in South DeKalb County.

Are you passionate about advancing racial equity and improving outcomes for marginalized communities? The County of Los Angeles is tackling homelessness through a transformative Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Antiracism (EDIA) Initiative and needs a dynamic leader to drive this crucial work. FUSE is seeking an Executive Fellow to help develop an accountability framework to address the needs of Black people experiencing homelessness (BPEH). This role will involve collaborating across the County to create systems for tracking progress on reducing racial disparities in homelessness, ensuring that resources are effectively allocated and that the needs of the community are met. Join us in making a significant impact in Los Angeles and beyond. Apply now to be at the forefront of creating systemic change and advancing equity in homelessness services: https://lnkd.in/gAA9NqA7 Meet your recruiter: Raleah Davis #ExecutiveFellowship #FUSExLACounty #FUSEF24 #Homelessness #PublicService #CommunityImpact #HiringNow #RecruitingNow

Meet our new FUSE Executive Fellows who are joining the City of Los Angeles on projects focused on advancing employee engagement and creating an equity-centered climate resilience plan! #FUSExLosAngeles #FUSESUM24 #EmployeeWellness #ClimateResilience #CityofLosAngeles #ExecutiveFellowship #PublicService

Alvaro Cubides is a champion for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) with a rich background in HR, curriculum development, and organizational development. He has dedicated his career to combating organizational discrimination through innovative DEI methodologies. As a FUSE Executive Fellow, Cubides is implementing Objective 3 of the Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Antiracism (EDIA) Initiative. This transformative project aims to embed EDIA principles across DHS’s 30,000-strong workforce, focusing on equitable healthcare access, treatment, and outcomes. Through his FUSE project, Cubides is conducting a comprehensive landscape analysis, designing a strategic training curriculum, and overseeing the program’s implementation and evaluation. His work will ensure that DEI principles are integrated into every facet of healthcare delivery, driving systemic change and fostering more equitable health outcomes for all LA County residents. #DEI #DiversityEquityInclusion #HealthcareEquity #FUSExLACounty #FUSES24

TRACE LANE is an interdisciplinary specialist in climate resilience, equity, and community engagement. Lane’s incredible expertise spans extreme heat resilience, wildfire preparedness, equitable water access, and energy equity across the U.S., Peru, and India. As the founder of The Story Lab, she bridges the gap between storytelling and science, making environmental changes understandable and actionable. As part of her FUSE Executive Fellowship, Lane supports the Extreme Heat Toolkit project in Los Angeles, tackling the urgent issue of urban heat islands exacerbated by climate change. This initiative, driven by StreetsLA Bureau of Street Services and FUSE, focuses on cooling strategies like trees, improved paving, and shade structures to address the disproportionate impacts on marginalized communities. #ExecutiveFellows #ClimateResilience #UrbanHeatSolutions #FUSExLosAngeles #LocalGovernment

Employment decisions can be tough, but my choice to transition to public service was driven by a deep-rooted desire to make a positive impact. After my role as an Executive Advisor to the Mayor for Economic Development to the City of Cleveland - City Hall with FUSE, I found my passion for serving the public good unwavering. Despite the challenges, the opportunity to create meaningful change is immensely rewarding. If you share a similar commitment to driving positive change, consider joining us in our mission. #publicservice #positivechange #makeadifference

The Power of Community Engagement in Hard-to-Reach Communities Community engagement ensures all voices are heard, especially those from historically marginalized populations. With 25 years of experience, I've dedicated my career to connecting with these communities, building trust, and fostering meaningful relationships. A recent experience that highlights this is my e-bike survey distribution at StackFest, founded by the inspiring Rosaura Figueroa Mendoza. Rosaura brought StackFest, a vibrant celebration of local art, food, live music, and vendors, right into the heart of South Hayward, a historically underserved community. As an Executive Fellow in Hayward, I focus on identifying community partners, establishing key contacts for advocacy groups, and liaising with community members to ensure long-term buy-in for programs like CAP and active transportation initiatives. StackFest was the perfect platform to further these goals. In June, I tabled at StackFest to distribute an e-bike survey I created, as previous surveys had not engaged marginalized communities effectively. By being present, I ensured their voices were included in our data collection and decision-making processes. Key points about community engagement: Building Trust Takes Time and Effort: It's about being a constant presence and showing genuine investment in the community's well-being. Cultural Competence is Crucial: Respecting cultural nuances helps build rapport and trust. Innovative Approaches Make a Difference: Using events like StackFest leads to more effective interactions. Listening is Key: Feedback should be the foundation of any engagement strategy. Collaborative Efforts Amplify Impact: Working with local leaders enhances reach and impact. Community engagement is about building lasting relationships and ensuring every voice is heard and valued. Let's continue working towards inclusive and equitable communities, remembering the importance of genuine engagement and its incredible impact. Contact me for support in reaching your hard-to-reach communities and making a difference together. #CommunityEngagement #DiversityAndInclusion #Equitableoutreach #OutreachStrategies

Salt Lake City is seeking a DEI Infrastructure Project Manager to spearhead a new and exciting project. #ApplyToday https://go.fuse.org/SLC 💫 Please share with your network or reach out to learn more.