Dear Ward 8 Residents, 

As we end this year's commencement season, I would like to extend my sincerest congratulations to the graduating classes of 2022. Our scholars deserve to enjoy this momentous occasion of either moving up in their academic careers or into their professional paths. 

The future is exciting. I will remind our graduates to take joy in the opportunities before them and use their God-given talents to make the world a better place. There is a saying from Confucius, a Chinese philosopher in the 6th century BCE that said "The man who says he can, and the man who says he can't are both correct." So decide the way you will take on new challenges. If you believe you "can't," you will fail; if you believe you "can," you will succeed. 

This community has raised some very bold, resilient and brilliant scholars. I encourage us to stand together as a village and support our scholars in their future endeavors. Congratulations once again to the graduation classes of 2022. Go on and be unstoppable.

Respectfully,

 Councilmember Trayon White, Sr.

Councilmember Charles Allen (Ward 6) and At-Large, Councilmember Elissa Silverman, the D.C. Department of Employment Services, ANC6D, the SWBID, the Capitol Riverfront BID, The Wharf and The Yards, invite residents to participate in a job fair on June 28, 2022, at Arena Stage from 10 AM to 1 PM.

Candidates will have the opportunity to connect directly with employers from the following organizations:

• The Wharf
• The Yards
• Southwest Business Improvement District (SWBID) and;
• Capitol Riverfront BID

There is a growing demand for qualified workers to fill critical vacancies. Employers are looking for job-ready candidates that can meet the minimum requirements, such as:

• Show proof of COVID-19 Vaccination to enter Arena Stage
• Must have a government-issued photo ID
• Must have at least a high school diploma or GED
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be willing to submit to a background check and drug screening, if required by an employer

If you're ready to explore new positions, this job fair is the right opportunity. We encourage residents to register for the job fair by clicking here.