LATINO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION
CEJA Navigator Program
The CEJA Workforce Hubs Program, funded by the Illinois DCEO through the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act, provides free clean energy training, support services, and job readiness to build a diverse workforce. It focuses on serving individuals from R3 or Environmental Justice communities, displaced energy workers, foster care alumni, and others facing employment barriers.
The CEJA Workforce Hubs Program, funded by the Illinois DCEO through the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act, provides free clean energy training, support services, and job readiness to build a diverse workforce. It focuses on serving individuals from R3 or Environmental Justice communities, displaced energy workers, foster care alumni, and others facing employment barriers.
community partnership
Lewis University’s Institute for Workforce Education, the African American Business Association, and the Joliet Latino Economic Development Association are partnering to introduce the CEJA Workforce Program to the community. This strong collaboration underscores the program’s deep roots in and commitment to the local community.
how it works?
program highlights
The Bridge Program
- 8-week program at Joliet Junior College
- Basic Safety/OSHA-10
- First Aid/CPR
- Clean energy basics
- Next cohort begins July 28, 2025
Job-Specific Training
- 4-8 weeks courses
- Training options in :
- Electric Vehicle Technician
- Residential Energy Auditor
- EV Charging Station Installation & Maintenance Technician
outreach
Modern Day Contractor Wealth Summit
CEJA & Coffee at Sumercé
Joliet Job Corps Resource Fair
Will County Book Reuse and Recycling
contact our ceja team
