A free public event focused on workforce development will take place on August 11 in Virginia Beach. The event, called H.O.P.E. (Helping Our People Excel) THRIVE HERE, is scheduled from 6 to 8 p.m. at The HIVE in Town Center, located at 140 Independence Blvd.
The gathering is aimed at nonprofits, businesses and community partners. Attendees will hear from Virginia Beach Mayor Robert M. “Bobby” Dyer and a workforce development panel about how the city is preparing residents for success. Local businesses will provide light appetizers and beverages during the event.
Those interested in attending are asked to sign up online by August 7.
People who want information about future H.O.P.E. events can register at https://www.VirginiaBeach.gov/HOPE. For questions about the August 11 event, contact HOPE@vbgov.com or call 757-385-8826.
According to the City of Virginia Beach, Mayor Dyer started the H.O.P.E. Initiative in 2023 with the goal of connecting individuals, businesses and organizations to build a strong support network within the community.
The program became part of the City’s official efforts under its FY24-25 Focused Action Plan, which seeks to promote comprehensive well-being by fostering an environment where people feel safe and have access to services that improve quality of life.
Mayor Dyer stated: “Dyer established the H.O.P.E. Initiative in 2023 to connect individuals, businesses and organizations to create a strong network of support that recognizes those who are doing great things and identifies those who need a hand from others.”
“The initiative became a City of Virginia Beach program under the City Council’s FY24-25 Focused Action Plan to embrace comprehensive well-being by fostering a clean, inspiring and vibrant environment where people feel safe and have access to amenities and services that support a high quality of life.”
