Source:   News 12 New York – East New York nonprofit providing free welding training A nonprofit in East New York is helping residents build career-ready skills in welding. The BOTT Foundation (Brighter Opportunities Through Trade) has offered no-cost training to ensure local talent can step into high-demand roles. News 12 - Default “The need for welders are growing tremendously… Right now, New York City is not one of those places where you have a lot of pathways to learn the

Source:   Caribbean Life News The Brighter Opportunities Through Trade (BOTT) Foundation  is taking action to address New York’s skilled labor shortage through a free workforce development program. Announced at the Brooklyn Built  launch event on September 27, the initiative connects East New York residents with hands-on training in welding, construction, and other high-demand trades. “ We don’t just prepare people for opportunities — we grab the opportunities and hand them b

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