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Medical District Hospitals Shine in National Rankings

U.S. News & World Report released its annual ranking of America's best regional hospitals, and in Tennessee, our very own Medical District is front and center. Out of ten impressive Tennessee hospitals making the list, two incredible Memphis institutions have proudly earned spots among the state's top three!

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Hire Local Graduate Featured by Regions Foundation

In the spring of 2023, MacKenzie Thompson was accepted into Hire Local’s Career Launch Academy out of high school. She began earning her certified nursing assistant (CNA) certification that summer working at Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare. The program’s goal is to launch long-term medical careers. The best part? Students pay no tuition and earn wages while they learn.

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MMDC’s Hire Local 901 Program to Receive $31,000 City Grant for Community Enrichment

The Memphis Medical District Collaborative (MMDC) is pleased to announce its inclusion among several nonprofit agencies receiving support from the City of Memphis. The $31,000 Community Service Grant will directly support Hire Local 901. Click the link to read more.

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Hire Local Security Officer Training Program Video

MMDC's Workforce Development team launched a new Security program this year training participants to be security officers. Hear from one of our graduates, Calvina Crutcher, about her experience and how it led her to accept a position at UTHSC.

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Inside the President's Office | Episode 3: Latasha Harris

Step inside the President's Office for a conversation between MMDC's President himself, Rory Thomas, and our Director of Workforce Strategies, Latasha Harris. During this episode Rory & Latasha give an overview of MMDC's Workforce Strategies program including a recap of our third annual Career Launch Academy which wrapped up earlier this month.

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Memphis Flyer Cover Story: "Edge Energy"

The energy in the Edge District is undeniable! But don't just take it from us, check out the The Memphis Flyer's latest cover story to learn more about the unique mix of new and old businesses, institutions, and leaders that are committed to collaboratively honoring the past while shaping the future of the District, together.

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Career Launch Academy: T-Shirt Design Contest

March is Youth Art Month! To celebrate youth artists, The Memphis Medical District Collaborative is hosting a t-shirt design contest where young people can submit designs that could be used during our summer Career Academy for youth. 

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Truist Foundation Announces Grant to support MMDC's Hire Local Career Training Program

$75,000 grant will support training program for living-wage careers in Memphis 

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Learning While Earning: The Regions Foundation announces $25,000 Memphis Medical District Collaborative grant

The Regions Foundation announces $25,000 Memphis Medical District Collaborative grant to elevate education, advance workforce training and foster long-term career connections.

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‘They help you live your best life:’ Stacy Ross on how HireLocal equipped her for success

At HireLocal, we walk with our students beyond their CNA certifications. That walk continues beyond their first job. We are here when they need us.

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'A blessing for me.' Career Launch Academy prepares Memphis students for medical careers
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Aspiring healthcare students spend day at Methodist University Hospital
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