The NYC Department for the Aging (NYC Aging) hosted its second annual Talent Connect Hiring Hall on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at the Brooklyn Public Library – Central Branch, bringing together older adult jobseekers, employers, workforce training providers, and community partners to expand access to employment opportunities.
Building on the momentum of last year’s inaugural event, the Hiring Hall connected 800 older jobseekers directly with employers, workforce training providers, and community partners. Attendees participated in on-the-spot interviews, spoke with hiring managers, explored career pathways, and accessed workforce training and supportive services.
The event highlights NYC Aging’s commitment to connecting experienced workers with meaningful employment opportunities across New York City.
“New York City’s older adults are a workforce to be tapped. The experience, resilience, and depth of knowledge they bring to any employer is unmatched, said NYC Aging Commissioner Dr. Lisa Scott-McKenzie. “Talent Connect exists to make sure that talent finds its match, and that no one is sidelined simply because of their age. Events like this one are how we turn that commitment into action — connecting real people with real opportunity, in real time.”
“Age should never limit opportunity or the ability to contribute,” said DCAS Commissioner Yume Kitasei. “We are proud to work alongside NYC Aging to create direct pathways to jobs for older New Yorkers, whose experience and innovation have the power to revitalize our workforce and city.”
“Brooklyn Public Library has become a critical resource for job seekers across the city. We provide practical, hands-on support — from interview preparation and resume workshops to tax assistance and job certification waivers,” said Linda E. Johnson, President & CEO of Brooklyn Public Library. “While the overwhelming turnout for today’s job fair underscores the challenges many New Yorkers face, it also demonstrates the vital role public libraries play as trusted, accessible hubs of support. Thank you to NYC Aging and the many partners who joined today and helped our patrons find meaningful employment opportunities.”
The program also featured an employer breakfast that encouraged collaboration between workforce partners and employers.
About The Department for the Aging
The Department for the Aging’s (NYC Aging) mission is to eliminate ageism and create a community-care approach that offers residents continued access to programs and resources that bolster their physical and mental well-being. Through a network of over 300 older adult centers and naturally occurring retirement communities, NYC Aging provides support and services that allow the nearly 1.8 million older New Yorkers to continue living independently in their communities.
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