If you are visiting this site, you are probably an administrative employee at the DOE or are at least interested in improving your professional and personal life. Come join us!
What is ABLE?
ABLE (Admins Building to Lead Effectively) is an Employee Resource Group (ERG) supported by the DOE.
The purpose of the ABLE ERG is to support and promote the personal growth and professional development of DOE administrative employees by providing coaching, mentorship, focused learning, and growth opportunities aimed at increasing members' knowledge, skills, and leadership capacity. By helping our members to flourish, both personally and professionally, we believe they will increase their opportunities for career advancement, and become more valuable members of the DOE community.
ABLE provides a platform for our members to network and communicate. Additionally, as admins we understand one another. Here are some of the things we're working on:
1. Improving communication and information sharing within the DOE
2. Expanding our knowledge through training in specific areas
3. Helping members to advance their management skills
4. Making suggestions to Human Resources for support and improvements
5. Sharing valuable resources with our members
Our Mission
The mission of ABLE is to create a learning community for DOE administrative employees to develop skills, become exceptionally effective and intentionally driven leaders.
Our Vision
Our vision is to create a sustainable professional development model that empowers DOE administrative employees to grow, lead, and achieve their career goals.
Connect With Us
If you would like to join ABLE, please don't hesitate to contact us. Find out about our next meeting by checking out our events calendar and hop right in. If you would like to contact us, please feel free to send us an email. We'll get back to you ASAP.
Most importantly, you're important to us. ABLE was created with you in mind. Your participation will make our group stronger. If you would like to become a member, please complete our Membership Form.
Helpful Links
Want to learn more about Employee Resource Groups within the Department of Education? Visit the DOE's ERG Info Hub page and learn more about the DOE's Diversity and Inclusion Policy.
To explore employee development opportunities, visit the Professional Development & Engagement Catalog.
For upcoming ABLE events, visit our calendar. For even more about ABLE, visit this website.
Contact Us
Email: ABLE@schools.nyc.gov
Co-Leader: Racine Benton
Email: Rbenton2@schools.nyc.gov
Phone: (718) 935-4554
Co-Leader: Yan Yan Lam
Email: Ylam@schools.nyc.gov
Phone: (718) 935-4811