Million-Dollar Career Coaching Grant Awarded to CWI

By Jennifer Jackson-Outlaw | July 11, 2024 |

VALPARAISO, IND. (JULY 11, 2024) — The Center of Workforce Innovations will work with schooldistricts across Northwest Indiana to administer the state’s innovative model for preparing students tomake informed decisions about their college and career paths. CWI was awarded $1 million as part ofthe state’s $25 million Career Coaching Grant through the Indiana Commission for…

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Request for Proposals (RFP) for Special Projects funded by Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Adult Programs 

By Jayda Smith | April 11, 2024 |

Center of Workforce Innovations (CWI) is a 501(c)(3)  and on behalf of the Northwest Indiana Workforce Investment Board  Inc. (Board) is issuing this Request for Proposal (RFP) for special projects to solicit interest by experienced organizations to design, administer, and deliver re-entry services for individuals on probation, and/or those individuals with felonies or misdemeanors funded…

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Request for Proposals (RFP) for Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) In-School and Out-of-School Youth Programs

By Jayda Smith | December 4, 2023 |

Center of Workforce Innovations (CWI) is a 501(c)(3) and on behalf of the Northwest Indiana WorkforceInvestment Board Inc. (Board) and CWI Board is issuing this Request for Proposal (RFP) to solicit interestby experienced providers to design, administer, and deliver Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act(WIOA) In-School and Out-of-School Youth services using a client-centered approach. The programs,services,…

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7th Annual Construction & Skilled Trades Day Returns to Lake County Fairgrounds

By Jennifer Jackson-Outlaw | November 9, 2023 |

VALPARAISO (November 9, 2023) – Sixteen trades have confirmed their participation in the 7th Annual Construction & Skilled Trades Day hosted by Center of Workforce Innovations and the Construction Advancement Foundation scheduled for November 14, 2023 at Lake County Fairgrounds in Crown Point, Ind. Each trade organization will showcase equipment, technology, and mock worksites for…

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READY NWI meeting to feature keynote by Dr. Katie Jenner of Indiana DOE; Discussing redesigning high school

By Jennifer Jackson-Outlaw | October 16, 2023 |

HOBART, IN (October 16, 2023) – This month’s READY NWI meeting will feature a keynote from Indiana secretary of Education, Dr. Katie Jenner. The group, focused on engaging area educators, industry representatives, and community stakeholders in collaborative efforts to enhance educational andworkforce development opportunities in the region, will meet at Hobart High School on October…

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CWI partners with Senator Eddie Melton to Host 2nd Annual Career Expo Aug. 9th at RailCats Stadium

By Jennifer Jackson-Outlaw | August 7, 2023 |

GARY, IND (August 7, 2023) – Indiana State Senator Eddie Melton appreciates the role of workforce development in improving the quality of life for residents. He stays engaged and up to date on programs and initiatives. He shows up and participates in discussions and strategic sessions that benefit the entire region. When gauging his interest…

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Request for Proposals (RFP) for Digital Learning Platform

By Jayda Smith | April 17, 2023 |

CWI is issuing this Request for Proposal (RFP) to solicit interest by experienced entities for the purpose of providing a digital learning platform that provides career assessment, exploration, and decision making in a way that Youth/Young Adults ages 14 -24 can access either at a self-directed pace or in conjunction with a local Career Advisor/Coach…

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