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“Black History Month is a powerful reminder of the strength, brilliance, and innovation rooted in the Black community — the very community SELOC is committed to uplifting every single day. Our mission has always been to expand access, provide real economic mobility, and open doors into clean‑energy careers that will shape the future of the South Side and beyond.”

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Celebrating Black History Month

Words from one of our CEJA program employer-partners, SELOC.

“Black History Month is a powerful reminder of the strength, brilliance, and innovation rooted in the Black community — the very community SELOC is committed to uplifting every single day. Our mission has always been to expand access, provide real economic mobility, and open doors into clean‑energy careers that will shape the future of the South Side and beyond.”

Celebrate with us on our social media platforms!
Get linked to hiring construction contractors!

ConstructionWorks opens the door to impactful careers in the heavy highway and construction industries.

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Join a CEJA funded program!

Start Your Career In Clean Energy CEJA Illinois

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The Partnership’s Program Year 2023 Annual Report highlights our work from July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024.

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