Consortium for Worker Education (CWE) is dedicated to providing comprehensive workforce preparation, industry-specific training, and employment services to more than 60,000 workers in New York City every year. As the workforce development arm of the New York City Central Labor Council, AFL-CIO, CWE aligns with affiliated unions that represent over 1. 2 million workers in the region.

One of their flagship programs, Jobs to Build On (JtBO), receives funding from the New York City Council and focuses on job training and placement partnerships. JtBO offers skills training in various sectors such as construction, transportation, green jobs, healthcare, and more, in addition to providing direct job placement services. CWE also operates Worker Service Centers across the city, collaborating with community-based organizations to offer workforce preparation classes, career training, and job placement services.

These centers prioritize low-income communities, New Americans, the under-employed, and individuals entering the workforce for the first time. For those interested in learning more about CWE's initiatives and programs, their website provides a map to locate partner organizations and access constituent service contact information for local Council Members. Sign up for their newsletters to stay updated on CWE programming and initiatives.

Contact CWE today to explore the array of services they offer in boosting workers' skills, job prospects, and their overall economic well-being