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On September 2, six individuals became the first graduates of our pilot cohort of the Innovation District Skills Alliance (IDSA), a new career development initiative created by InnovatePGH, JFCS, local universities, and philanthropic partners. The program was held from August 15th through September 2nd with plans for additional cohorts at…Read More
Over the course of 10 weeks this summer, 12 individuals from eight different countries participated in the Immigrant Workforce Program (IWP), a career-readiness initiative with JFCS and Literacy Pittsburgh for immigrants in Allegheny County. This summer’s cohort focused especially on healthcare and health-related fields. During the course of the program,…Read More
IDSA connects high-barrier residents to living wages, lucrative opportunities, and innovative employers. Pittsburgh, PA, July 7, 2022 — InnovatePGH, Jewish Family and Community Services, local universities, and philanthropic partners are launching the Innovation District Skills Alliance (IDSA) this month. IDSA creates career pathways for high-barrier residents from neighborhoods surrounding Oakland,…Read More
Last week, 23 students met at Baldwin High School to participate in a training with JFCS Career Development Center staff for Learn and Earn, a summer youth employment program designed to help students get employment experience, build skills for future employment opportunities, and make some money along the way. Learn…Read More