Prosper in Place Business Empowerment Program - Week 9
Workshops and technical assistance for small business owners in Tremé and North Claiborne.
Prosper In Place Business Empowerment Program Launching
Second Tuesday of each month until November 2026
Ujamaa in partnership with City of New Orleans, Thrive New Orleans, New Orleans Career Center and Claiborne Avenue Merchants & Business Associationis proud to introduce Prosper In Place, a new business empowerment program designed specifically for entrepreneurs and small business owners in Tremé and North Claiborne.
Through the Southern Cities Economic Initiative (SCEI), New Orleans has received a planning grant and technical assistance to support a place-based economic empowerment strategy—ensuring that growth and opportunity happen with the community and for the community.
This program provides:
- Monthly Technical Assistance Workshops (March–November 2026)
- One-on-one mentoring support
- Financial literacy, access to capital, brand visibility, and more
- Plus, stipends and meals will be provided to make participation easier.
Every 2nd Tuesday, March–November
New Orleans Career Center
1331 Kerlerec St.
6:00 – 7:30 PM
If you’re building a business in Tremé or North Claiborne, this program is designed with you in mind. Let’s strengthen local ownership, build sustainable wealth, and prosper—right where we are.
RSVP Required
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Highlights
- 1 hour 30 minutes
- In person
Location
New Orleans Career Center (NOCC)
1331 Kerlerec Street
New Orleans, LA 70116
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