Foundational Pillar

Community Education Center (CEC)

The Community Education Center is working alongside higher ed institutions to create educational pathways for traditional, non-traditional, underrepresented students and educators in our community. We are securing resources and training that would empower them in their career and creating that pipeline to secure a job opportunity for a better quality of life.

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Overview

Connecting Skills to Opportunity

The CEC serves as a job market connector, creating pathways for individuals to enter education, health, and tech careers. We bridge the gap between training and employment by building partnerships that help students find the opportunities they need.

Education & Workforce Development

The CEC will be a hub for courses in collaboration with City Colleges of Chicago, offering non-traditional students access to quality education:

Malcolm X College – Health Care Courses, Adult Learning, ACT/SAT Prep
Harold Washington College – Business Courses
Richard Daley College – Technology Courses
Truman College – Teaching Courses

By grouping students with worksite partners across multiple sectors, we facilitate hands-on exposure and real-world experience.

Business Incubator for Communities

The CEC is developing a business incubator model in collaboration with City Colleges of Chicago to support entrepreneurs in Pilsen, Chinatown, and Back of the Yards. We're building sustainable pathways for community-driven business growth.

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