Building Bridges of Resilience with Kim Janey
The Worcester Community Action Council (WCAC) is honored to welcome Kim Janey as the featured speaker at our 2025 Resiliency Awards. A distinguished leader whose journey embodies the very essence of resilience and progress, Ms. Janey serves as the President and CEO of Economic Mobility Pathways (EMPath), an organization renowned for its groundbreaking approach to eradicating poverty through direct services, advocacy, and research.
Ms. Janey’s story is one of historic achievement and profound commitment to community upliftment. She made history as Boston’s first woman and first Black mayor, steering the city with visionary leadership through the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. Her tenure was marked by a focused agenda on recovery, renewal, and addressing systemic inequities—a testament to her dedication to justice and equality.
Under her guidance, Boston re-opened its economy and schools by prioritizing health, wellness, and equity. She spearheaded initiatives to support small businesses, expanded protections for renters and homeowners, and launched fare-free public transport, all while leading Boston to become one of America’s most vaccinated cities.
Before her mayoral role, Ms. Janey led the most diverse City Council in Boston’s history, where she was instrumental in authoring groundbreaking legislation. Her deep roots in public service extend over 30 years, including significant contributions to Massachusetts Advocates for Children, where she advocated for systemic reforms in Boston Public Schools to increase equity and access.
Today, as the leader of EMPath, Kim Janey continues to champion economic mobility with innovative strategies like Mobility Mentoring, the coach-based model that WCAC has proudly adopted. This approach aligns with our mission to facilitate transformative change in the lives of those we serve across Central Massachusetts.
Join Us for a Morning of Inspiration
We invite you to join us for this special morning event, where Kim Janey will engage in a dynamic conversation with WCAC’s CEO, Marybeth Campbell, and Ronald Waddell, Co-Founder & Executive Director of Legendary Legacies. This live taping of the Ripple Effect Podcast will not only highlight Ms. Janey’s transformative impact but also delve into how her methods have influenced our community work.
Support Our Mission
As we gather to celebrate resilience and dedication at the 2025 Resiliency Awards, we also extend an invitation for sponsorship. Supporting this event offers a unique opportunity to align with our values of empowerment and community support, ensuring that the WCAC can continue to make a meaningful impact.
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Your generosity helps us continue the vital work of breaking the cycle of poverty and building a resilient community. Join us in celebrating and supporting the change-makers among us at the Resiliency Awards.
EVENT DETAILS
- Wednesday, May 14, 2025
- 8am – 10am
- Top of the Tower
- 446 Main Street
- Worcester, MA 01608