Constellation Marks First Anniversary with $1 Million “Powering Change” Workforce Development Initiative
New program aims to address equity and employment gaps, support career advancement and provide training for underserved youth and adults
“We’re proud to support these five nonprofits and the significant work they’re leading to connect hard-working women and men with long-term, good-paying careers,” said
The five nonprofits receiving grant funding in the program’s first year are:
- INROADS: A national organization focused on delivering innovative leadership development programs and creative solutions that identify and elevate ethnically diverse and underrepresented high school and college students throughout their careers.
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Chicago Women in Trades: Supporting women in
Illinois andPennsylvania through pre-apprenticeship training programs, job site visits, job shadowing and other wraparound services. -
SkillsUSA: Prepares middle school, high school and college/postsecondary students for careers in trade, technical and skilled service occupations. Funding will support students in
Illinois ,Maryland ,New York andPennsylvania . -
National Urban League : Promotes economic empowerment through education and job training, housing and community workforce development for youth and adults. Constellation’s funding will focus on programs acrossNew York State . -
Vehicles for Change:
Maryland -based organization that empowers families with financial challenges to achieve economic and personal independence through car ownership and technical training.
“INROADS is excited and honored to partner with Constellation to create a pipeline of diverse and qualified talent for the energy field,” said
The launch of Powering Change caps off a successful inaugural year for Constellation, which included hiring approximately 2,000 new employees throughout its operations. Already the nation’s largest generator of carbon-free energy, Constellation is working to lead the response to the climate crisis, helping power homes and businesses across the
In its first year, Constellation committed to produce 95 percent of its energy from carbon-free sources by 2030 and 100 percent by 2040 as well as achieve a 100 percent reduction in operational emissions by 2040. Constellation also launched a collaboration with Microsoft to develop carbon-free energy matching technology and began work on the nation’s first nuclear-powered clean hydrogen facility at its
Last year, Constellation donated more than
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INROADS
“INROADS is excited and honored to partner with Constellation to create a pipeline of diverse and qualified talent for the energy field,” said
Founded in 1970, INROADS delivers innovative programs and creative solutions that identify, accelerate, and elevate the development of underrepresented talent throughout their careers. Through this development, students become equipped for corporate and community leadership that effects community renewal, social change and elevates economic status and quality of life. INROADS has more than 30,000 alumni, over 1,300 interns and serves 6,000+ students and 250+ corporate clients. Learn more at INROADS.org and connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn: @INROADSInc.
Chicago Women in Trades
“With Constellation’s support, Chicago Women in Trades will continue to develop our new pre-apprenticeship program in
Founded in 1981, Chicago Women in Trades (CWIT) is a nonprofit organization committed to improving women’s economic equity by increasing the number of women working in well-paid, skilled trades jobs traditionally held by men. Originally established by tradeswomen as a support network, CWIT addresses the barriers that prohibit women and girls from entering and succeeding in male-dominated industries by creating opportunities and promoting equitable workplaces and conditions.
“Providing young workers with opportunities for advancement and employment are key to improve quality of life and address the many systemic issues that contribute to barriers of employment,” said
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SkillsUSA
“SkillsUSA is thrilled to partner with Constellation. With their support, we can continue our essential work to close the skills gap, while presenting robust opportunities for young workers who enjoy challenging careers that offer stability and benefits,” said
SkillsUSA is a partnership of students, teachers and industry working together to ensure America has a skilled workforce. We help each student excel. A nonprofit national education association, SkillsUSA serves middle-school, high-school and college/postsecondary students preparing for careers in trade, technical and skilled service occupations.
Vehicles for Change
“Our partnership with Constellation will provide 30 individuals and families with vehicles, giving them access to better employment and quality of life,” said
Vehicles for Change (VFC) accepts and repairs donated cars and awards them to pre-qualified families for as little as
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