City of Revere, YouthWorks, and Stickball.biz Announce Partnership with Workforce Readiness Program

12-week program to provide young adults with real-world job skills and experiences 

Special to The Advocate

REVERE, MA – The City of Revere is proud to announce a transformative partnership with Stickball.biz, aimed at enhancing workforce readiness training for local youth. This initiative will be integrated into the City’s Workforce Development & Youth Program, providing young adults with the skills they need to thrive in today’s competitive job market.

Launching this year, Revere will introduce Stickball’s innovative 12-week Workforce Readiness Program as part of the YouthWorks initiative, a state-funded youth employment program. This program, which serves low-income teens and young adults between the ages of 14-21, will now include hands-on learning modules in areas such as financial literacy, communication, problem-solving, and teamwork.

Mayor Patrick M. Keefe Jr. praised the partnership, stating, “This collaboration with Stickball.biz strengthens our city’s commitment to preparing the next generation for success. We are providing our young people with not just job opportunities, but the skills and confidence they need to build lasting careers. Revere is investing in its future by ensuring that every youth in our community is workforce ready.”

Sahal Laher, CEO of Stickball.biz, expressed his excitement about the partnership, stating, “We are thrilled to collaborate with the City of Revere to empower the next generation of workers. This opportunity allows us to expand the reach of our program and support Revere’s youth in gaining essential life and workforce skills. Together, we will continue to grow this program and provide lasting value to the community.”

Gerry Visconti, Director of Workforce Development, added, “We are thrilled to bring Stickball’s resources into our YouthWorks program. Our students will benefit from their interactive approach, gaining financial literacy and workplace skills that will set them apart in the job market. This partnership ensures that every student is given the tools they need for success.”

For more information on the Workforce Readiness Program and how to get involved, visit City of Revere’s official website.