Our Results
- Launched Access United to place residents in living wage jobs.
- Created Network handbook for new partners
The Bronzeville Neighborhood Network, led by Bright Star Community Outreach (BSCO), was formed in 2015 with a coalition of 10 agency partners. BSCO has since completed their “Community Action Plan,” which outlines a strategy to bring committed community stakeholders to the table in order to implement change in the area of workforce development.
Total Population: | 42,696 |
Major Healthcare Facilities: | 8 |
Chicago Public Schools: | 16 |
Unemployment rate: | 19% |
Median Income: | $29,500 |