City of Memphis

Join us for the American Aspiration Tour! 🎉 Paul Young, Mayor of Memphis, and John Hope Bryant, Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Operation HOPE, will lead an engaging discussion on the future of Memphis, entrepreneurship, and financial literacy. Don’t miss out on this inspiring event! 📅 July 30, 2024, at 5:00 pm 📍 Cossitt Library, 33 S Front St, Memphis, TN 38103 Seats are filling fast! Reserve yours today: https://lnkd.in/eet2NsTS #AmericanAspirationTour #FinancialLiteracy #Entrepreneurship #MemphisEvents #CommunityLeaders For questions: info@operationhope.org

🌟 Weekly Round-Up: Celebrating Achievements, Inspiring Future Generations, and Advancing Infrastructure! 🌟 This week in Memphis was marked by impactful events and significant progress: Strategic Investment: The Housing and Community Development (HCD) Awards recognized thirty-three agencies with approximately $5.5 million through the FY25 Strategic Community Investment Fund, supporting vital community projects and initiatives. 💵🏘️ Future Architects: Kids from the 901 Grind Arts and Architecture Camp were inspired by Mayor Young, who encouraged them to bring their talents back to Memphis after finishing school, nurturing the next generation of innovators. 🏛️✏️ Crisis Intervention Training: Congratulations to the 31 graduates of the 105th Crisis Intervention Class! These officers and first responders completed 40 hours of intensive training to better handle mental health crises with empathy and expertise. 🚓🧠 Bring Your Child to Work Day: The Working Parents ERG hosted the City of Memphis Annual Bring Your Child to Work Day, with children visiting Mayor Young’s office and experiencing a day in local government. 👨👩👧👦🏛️ Building Bridges: The proposed I-55 bridge project aims to replace the 75-year-old structure, enhancing safety, route resiliency, and maintaining a state of good repair. This vital infrastructure will support approximately 64,000 vehicles daily, facilitating travel between Tennessee, Arkansas, and Mississippi by 2050. 🚧🌉 Join us in celebrating these milestones and the ongoing dedication to improving our city and community! 🎉👏 #MemphisProgress #CommunityInvestment #FutureGenerations #Infrastructure

Big thanks to Director Brian Harris from the Office of Youth Services for promoting our Supplies for Success Back to School Drive on Live @ 9! 📝📚 Later, he joined SCS 88.5 to highlight the Beyond The Stage Talent Competition. Let’s support our youth together! #MemphisYouth #BackToSchool #TalentCompetition

WE ARE CULTURE CITY Immerse yourself in the vibrant tapestry of Memphis, where every street sings with music, history, art, and soul. Memphis is a city that celebrates culture in every corner. #WeAreCultureCity〽️ See someone you know? Tag them in the comments!

Exciting news, Memphis! 🌟 The Memphis Zoo has been nominated for Newsweek’s Best Zoo in the USA! 🦁🌟 Show your support for our local treasure and let’s bring home the win! #MemphisZoo #BestZoo #MemphisPride Read more: https://t.co/qzAPc1ua9M

🎤✨ Join us for an unforgettable evening at "Beyond the Stage" – a city-wide talent show and community bash presented by the Memphis Office of Youth Services! 🌟 📅 Date: July 20, 2024 🕓 Time: 4 PM - 7 PM 📍 Location: Overton Park Shell, 1928 Poplar Avenue Enjoy an exciting lineup of food, music, games, vendors, prizes, live remote broadcasts, and school supplies! 🎶🍔🎉 Admission is FREE, and so is the food – first come, first serve! Let's come together as a community and celebrate our talented youth! See you there! 🎉🌟 #Memphis #CommunityEvent #TalentShow #FreeEvent #YouthServices #FamilyFun #BeyondTheStage

MAYOR YOUNG JOINS BLOOMBERG HARVARD CITY LEADERSHIP INITIATIVE TO ADVANCE CITY PROGRESS AND IMPROVE OUTCOMES FOR RESIDENTS. Mayor Young is among the 39 mayors from 27 U.S. and 12 international cities across 11 countries and five continents who will receive executive education and management training to strengthen their city hall and deliver results for communities. “It is an honor to be invited to participate, and I am excited about what the opportunity will mean for our community,” said Memphis Mayor Paul Young. “Being better able to use data to guide our work and recruit the right partners to further our city-enhancing strategies will pay dividends for our entire region.” https://lnkd.in/eYzWEPER

🌟 Weekly Round-Up: Empowering Youth and Strengthening Communities! 🌟 This week in Memphis was marked by inspiring events and initiatives: Championing Public Safety: Mayor Young toured JIFF, a nonprofit dedicated to addressing juvenile crime by offering intervention alternatives to juvenile detention, showcasing our commitment to justice and community safety. 🚔👦 Inspiring Future Leaders: Memphis Parks hosted District 7 Summer Camp Career Days at Hollywood Community Center. Campers heard from an array of speakers, including Councilwoman Michalyn Easter-Thomas, Legislative Analyst Ivy Johnson, and representatives from Memphis Animal Services, Memphis Police Department, Memphis Fire Department, and many more. 🏞️👩🏫 Promoting Environmental Awareness: Recycle Memphis partnered with Whitehaven Community Center to educate campers on recycling and waste reduction, fostering a sense of environmental responsibility among our youth. ♻️🌍 Supporting Education: The Memphis Police Department hosted a Back to School Supply Drive, collecting donations of school supplies for Memphis kids, ensuring they have the tools they need for a successful school year. 🎒✏️ Fostering Small Business Growth: The City of Memphis hosted U.S. Small Business Administration Deputy Administrator Dilawar Syed at the Entrepreneurs Network Center. In a Fireside Chat moderated by Zanderia Davidson, Director of the Office of Business Diversity & Compliance, discussions centered around services, support, training, and funding for entrepreneurs and small businesses available through the SBA. 💼🌟 Join us as we continue to empower our youth, build stronger communities, and create a brighter future for all Memphians! 🌟🏙️ #MemphisStrong #CommunityEngagement #ProgressTogether

We're Hiring: Director of Creative & Cultural Economy Join us in shaping Memphis' cultural future! 💪🏾 As our Director, you'll drive innovation, foster creativity, and strengthen community ties. If you're passionate about arts, culture, and making a difference, apply now to be part of our dynamic team! https://lnkd.in/eGAgHtYJ

📈✨ Join us for the "Power Up Business Boost Bootcamp" hosted by the City of Memphis Office of Business Diversity & Compliance! 🌟 📅 Date: July 19 🕚 Time: 11 AM - 1 PM 📍 Location: 480 Dr. MLK Jr. Avenue 🌟 Featured Speakers: 🔹 H.E. Lady JijiJuana J. Coleman, Jamerson Strategic Consulting 🔹 Ryan Zuber, Nutritionist Topics include: Hiring Best Practices Leadership Skills Building a Strong Team Culture Enjoy a delicious lunch provided by Sugar Mama Snoballs! 🍧 Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your business skills and network with like-minded professionals. Scan the QR code on the flyer to register. #MemphisBusiness #BusinessBootcamp #PeoplePower #CityOfMemphis #DiversityAndCompliance