Members of the Northwest Indiana Federation of Interfaith Organizations are joining with Chancellors from Indiana University Northwest and IVY Tech College to hold a public meeting on job opportunities associated with a new $45 million expansion project to be located at 35th and Broadway in Gary, Indiana. The event will take place on Sunday, December […]

A free program offering classes to young adults ages 17 - 24 who want to earn their diploma is starting our new cycle. There is still time to join but space is limited. If you want to earn your diploma, get certified in carpentry and earn money for college feel free to come join. For […]

“In Gary, Ind., fall of an eyesore may mark rise of new era” GARY, Ind. - It might be telling of the complexity of this city’s problems that the recent start of the demolition of Gary’s tallest — and arguably most decrepit — building is being heralded by local leaders as one of the most […]

Gary, IND. – The City of Gary Public Board of Works has announced plans to pave 55 streets this summer.   “After such a rough winter, potholes have been a huge concern, not to mention the abundance of streets that have been in need of repair for years,” said Gary Mayor Karen Freeman-Wilson. “I am […]

Leadership Northwest Indiana is asking for your help in spreading the word and recruiting for the upcoming Leadership Program starting in September 2014. As a community leader, you are very much aware of the leaders in your community. That makes you one of LNI’s best recruiters!   We would appreciate if you would identify a […]

The Indiana Consortium of State and Local Human Rights Agencies and the National Association of Human Rights Workers (NAHRW) Joint Training Conference, will be held June 17-20, 2014 at the Radisson Hotel at Star Plaza in Merrillville, Indiana. Members of the Indiana Consortium of State and Local Human Rights Agencies will act as host. The […]

During Spring break, YSB will be having a week-long program focused on Fitness, Nutrition and Financial Literacy. We have partnered with First Midwest Bank, Junior Achievement and The Lake County Minority Health Coalition’s OPERATION FITKIDS to make this fun camp happenSummer Youth Employment Program   YSB is asking for your help in securing employment for […]

The City of Gary will have its annual Career Day Workshop Saturday, February 8th from 9:00 to 3:00. Many organizations will be there to help. Career planning and resume instructions will be available as well. Everyone is welcome.

GARY AREA CAREER CENTER OFFICIAL SITE FOR HIGH SCHOOL EQUIVALENCY CLASSES The Adult Basic Education is in partnership with Workforce Development and the Center of Workforce Innovations to offer HSE (High School Equivalency). HSE replaces the GED. HSE will assess comprehension in the following areas: Language Arts Reading Language Arts Writing Mathematics Science Social Studies […]

The ECIER Foundation wants to help high school aged children succeed. Any 10th through 12th grader who dreams of becoming an entrepreneur or an innovator should come February 6th to the South Shore Convention & Visitors Authority. Parents are welcome.