Black Owned Businesses Sharing Career Opportunities with Youth at the Dream Jamboree, 1989

The Mayor's Task Force on Education organized the Dream Jamboree, a dynamic symposium aimed at exposing students to a wide range of career options and providing valuable career education. The event featured over 200 job and educational opportunities, offering students the chance to explore various paths and gain insights into potential futures. With an impressive turnout of 15,000 attendees, the Dream Jamboree showcased the commitment of local leaders to empowering and equipping the youth with the tools they need for success in the workforce. The video features speeches from black business owners in Atlanta and Andrew J. Young.

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