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The Foundation Academy LLC R3 Grant Economic Development Adult Program
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Serving adults ages 20 and older
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This program will address the issues of poverty, unemployment, economic disinvestment, and labor force participation. Unemployment and underemployment lie at the core of poverty. For the poor and less fortunate, labor is the only asset they can use to improve their well-being. The program's objective is designed for adults to acquire the necessary skills to secure decent jobs and higher income, resulting in poverty reduction, sustainable income, and social development.​
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Soft Skills/Workforce Development Program: Adults will learn the impact effective communication (effective listening and writing skills), teamwork, the ability to lead people, think critically, solve problems, and what resolving conflict has on productivity, profits, and a thriving economy. Participants will also learn why soft skills are a popular competency for success in any industry, and its impact on attracting businesses, increase in labor force participation, leading to better jobs, higher salaries, and home ownership.
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Career Education and Readiness Job Training Component: Adults will explore an extensive career pathway module and discover careers that meet their interests, education, and experiences. They will learn effective job search strategies, compose a resume, cover letter, and mock interview. Program participants will create an Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) job portal, complete an online job application and computer literacy activities, as well as learn appropriate telephone etiquette.
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Other FREE wrap-around services
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All program participants are eligible to receive career coaching, job placement, and mentoring services.
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To learn more about this program, or to enroll, click here to complete an Inquiry Form, or call us at (314) 661-1260.
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**Stipends: participants will receive a monetary stipend for program participation AND completion.
NOTE: participants will meet twice a week for a total of 6 weeks. Dates, times, and location will be announced accordingly.
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