Bronx borough president hosts career fair for veterans

Jessica Jackson and Yaalieth Simpson at the NYC Department of Veterans Services table.
Jessica Jackson and Yaalieth Simpson at the NYC Department of Veterans Services table.
Photo Jewel Webber

The office of the Bronx Borough President Vanessa L. Gibson hosted a career fair for veterans on Aug. 1. The event, titled “Career Connections: Honoring Our Heroes” and hosted in partnership with the New York Department of Labor, also honored veterans.

Regardless of their veteran status, all were welcome to network with employers and find new opportunities.

Attendees going from table to table seeking employment opportunities. Photo Jewel Webber