Illinois allocates $19M to boost minority and women participation in skilled trades

Illinois allocates $19M to boost minority and women participation in skilled trades

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — As part of an effort to encourage more minorities and women to enter the skilled trades, Illinois has awarded $19 million in funding toward the effort, including a workforce development outfit in Rockford. The Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program was launched in 2021 with the goal of increasing diversity in apprenticeship programs and well-paying fields. “The greatest resource we have is the hardworking people of Ill…

Governor awards more than $19M through Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program

Includes $550,000 for Southwestern Illinois College in Belleville Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) have awarded more than $19 million in funding to 38 program recipients serving 1,900 community members statewide to expand the Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program. The program creates a qualified talent pipeline of diverse candidates in the construction and building trades. The Illin…