[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 87 (Thursday, June 11, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1379]
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         IN RECOGNITION OF THE 10TH ANNIVERSARY OF CAREER GEAR

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                          HON. JERROLD NADLER

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, June 11, 2009

  Mr. NADLER of New York. Madam Speaker, I rise today in recognition of 
Career Gear. In June of 2009, Career Gear is celebrating its 10th 
Anniversary by hosting its Capital PerSuit Awards Dinner in New York, 
NY.
  Career Gear, a grassroots 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, was 
founded in New York City in 1998 to promote the gainful employment and 
self-sufficiency of disadvantaged men who are actively seeking 
employment. The organization began with the goal of providing 
appropriate business clothing for those seeking jobs and has grown to 
provide services and resources that help clients retain employment and 
advance in the workplace.
  Once employed, a client is encouraged to participate in an alumni 
program that is designed to provide peer support and networking 
opportunities to others in need. This program affects other non-
employment issues like budgeting and financial management, emotional 
coping skills, as well as family and child support. All of these 
matters impact an individual's ability to remain employed.
  Over the past 10 years, Career Gear has provided clients with 
assistance in starting a new chapter of their lives. The success over 
the past decade is evident by the fact that through the good work of 
Career Gear, 18,000 men have reentered the workforce with a renewed 
sense of confidence and have become self-sufficient members of their 
communities. It is for this attitude of empowerment that I rise today 
and commend Career Gear.

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