Louisville Urban League

Celina Roberts on March 8, 2023

The Louisville Urban League is a nonprofit, nonpartisan, community service organization dedicated to eliminating racism and its adverse impacts on the community. Their mission is to assist African Americans and other marginalized populations in attaining social and economic equality through direct services and advocacy. As part of a broader National Urban League network of historic civil rights organizations throughout the United States, the Louisville Urban League, like all affiliates, is dedicated to fostering economic empowerment in order to elevate the standard of living in historically underserved urban communities, with our focus on Jobs, Justice, Education, Health, Housing, and Black Business. Currently, the Louisville Urban League’s service area includes the Kentucky counties of Jefferson, Shelby, Oldham, Bullitt, and Hardin; and the Indiana counties of Floyd, Harrison, and Clark.

For more information, contact (502) 585-4622.

 

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

CLEAN START
CLEAN START The Louisville Urban League (LUL) has teamed up with Facility Management Services (FMS), a janitorial service in town and one of our community partners, to create a new program, “Clean Start.” Although the perception of working in janitorial service may be misleading, it’s a lot more than just cleaning! The key to this partnership is the combination of a nonprofit’s wraparound support with a for-profit’s social mission based a collaborative goal of having a positive impact on society, workers, and the community. Anyone who signs onto Clean Start can enjoy the peace of mind that LUL’s wraparound services afford, such as helping people pay their rent and utilities, finding reliable transportation, and seeking mental health counseling.

PATHWAYS TO TECH CAREERS
The Pathways to Tech Careers Program by the Louisville Urban League is an 8-week entry-level online digital skills course that kickstarts your tech support career. During the class, participants will get an introduction to the computer and the convergence of technology, and will have the option to continue learning and gain tech credentials. Instruction is provided by Jefferson Community and Technical College (JCTC): participants will receive college credits through JCTC, and scholarships are available! With questions, contact Greg Tripure, Workforce Specialist at (502) 585-4622 or [email protected].

URBAN SENIOR JOBS PROGRAM
The Urban Seniors Jobs Program provides subsidized, service-based training for low-income persons 55 or older. Participants receive training that helps them to upgrade their current skills for re-entry into the workplace. Participants work an average of 20 hours a week, and are paid the highest of federal, state or local minimum wage. You can qualify while receiving social security, unemployment, disability, and other benefits. Veterans are encouraged to apply!

WORKFORCE WEDNESDAYS
Led by the region’s top corporate recruiters, skilled human resources professionals, life skills and leadership coaches, CEOs, and Meyers Briggs certified trainers, Workforce Wednesday workshop topics include interviewing skills, communication skills, teamwork, conflict resolution, adaptability, problem-solving, workplace ethics, self-awareness, and more. Workforce Wednesdays help you to develop the critical skills that can enhance your career, enrich relationships and sharpen your leadership capacities.

 

 


BUSINESS & STARTUP RESOURCES
FINANCIAL AID FOR JOB SEEKERS
REFUGEE ASSISTANCE
SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT
TRAINING & UPSKILLING FOR JOB SEEKERS
VETERAN SERVICES

Kentucky Refugee Ministries

Celina Roberts on February 6, 2023

Kentucky Refugee Ministries, Inc. (KRM), a non-profit organization, is dedicated to providing resettlement services to refugees through faith- and agency-based co-sponsorship in order to promote self-sufficiency and successful integration into the community. KRM is committed to offering access to community resources and opportunities and to promoting awareness of diversity for the benefit of the whole community.

For more information, contact John Koehlinger at [email protected] or (502) 479-9180.


BARRIER REMOVAL
JOB PLACEMENT
REFUGEE ASSISTANCE
SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT

Louisville Free Public Library Immigrant Services

Celina Roberts on September 16, 2022

The Louisville Free Public Library offers a wide range of ongoing international and English Language Learning programming at the Library. LFPL’s collection includes books and movies in many languages and more than 500 learn-a-language CD sets, from Arabic to Urdu, as well as downloadable audio foreign language courses. A number of library locations also offer a rich mix of activities, including multilingual storytimes, cultural showcases, conversation groups, foreign films, and literary “salons” in several languages. During the month of September, the entire Library system celebrates Louisville’s diversity during International Month.

For more information, contact Alecia Fuller at [email protected] or (502) 574-1611.


REFUGEE ASSISTANCE
TRAINING & UPSKILLING FOR JOB SEEKERS
VETERAN SERVICES
WORK-BASED LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

SOUL Clinic of Kentuckiana

Celina Roberts on September 3, 2022

The SOUL Clinic of Kentuckiana is a non-profit organization that offers assistance with basic needs or benefits, peer counseling, help with housing, employment or education, connections to services or resources, social and recreational opportunities, structured educational or support groups, and crisis response. Need someone to advocate for you? Have you recently been released on probation, parole, or have served out? We will help you navigate finding a job. Some of SOUL Clinic’s services include:

– Pay Day – Soul Clinic provides a program for job seekers that conducts career assessments, resume writing, assistance in applying for employment, advocating for applicants to the employer, job training, and referrals to other training programs as needed.

– Moving Forward – Need help getting to your new job? Soul Clinic provides a transportation program that offers bicycle, bus passes & rides through Lyft to and from work until you receive your second paycheck.

– Legal Assistance – Soul Clinic helps individuals complete paperwork and determine eligibility for supplemental security income, disability & expungement screenings, obtaining a state-issued ID or driver’s license, birth certificate or social security card. In addition, Soul Clinic can help individuals applying for SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) or KPAP (Kentucky Prescription Assistance Program).

For more information, contact Destiny Cox at [email protected] or 502-653-9164.


BARRIER REMOVAL
FINANCIAL AID FOR JOB SEEKERS
JOB PLACEMENT
REFUGEE ASSISTANCE
SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT
TRAINING & UPSKILLING FOR JOB SEEKERS
VETERAN SERVICES

Cedar Lake

Celina Roberts on September 1, 2022

Cedar Lake works to to engage individuals in the community while promoting independence, self-sufficiency, and spiritual health. Cedar Lake Employment Specialists focus on aiding job seekers in obtaining a meaningful job. Specialists help job seekers to find a job within competitive employment that both earns a living wage and provides a satisfying career while building natural relationships and in the workplace. In addition, this organization offers vocational rehabilitation services to assist individuals with their goals to reach their employment outcomes. Counselors are assigned to each case to discuss guidance and assessments that focus on person-centered initiatives.

For more information, contact 502-495-4946 or [email protected].

 


BARRIER REMOVAL
JOB PLACEMENT
REFUGEE ASSISTANCE
SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT
TRAINING & UPSKILLING FOR JOB SEEKERS
VETERAN SERVICES
WORK-BASED LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

Adelante Hispanic Achievers

Celina Roberts on September 1, 2022

Adelante Hispanic Achievers is a non-profit, volunteer-based organization chartered with a mission to inspire and empower Hispanic youth to become self-sufficient, successful individuals who have the tools they need to achieve their dreams and participate as creative, educated world citizens. Their programming focuses on the holistic development of their students, including academics, career exploration, cultural awareness, plus personal and social development. Adelante provides long-term educational guidance, programming and resources to students from grades 6-12. All Adelante programs and services are provided free of charge.

For more information, contact [email protected] or (502) 341-9415.


BARRIER REMOVAL
JOB PLACEMENT
REFUGEE ASSISTANCE
SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT
TRAINING & UPSKILLING FOR JOB SEEKERS
WORK-BASED LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

Coalition for Workforce Diversity

Celina Roberts on August 5, 2022

The Coalition for Workforce Diversity helps supply local businesses with the help they need, while helping individuals with disabilities lead more productive and fulfilling lives. Partner businesses work collaboratively with Agency providers to support their candidates in getting and maintaining jobs. A monthly networking meeting is held the third Thursday of each month where business can present their openings to job coaches and agency providers. Both UPS and Best Buy have seen very positive results from working with the Coalition. Because their employees have been carefully matched to the positions they hold, these employees tend to excel in their roles. Furthermore, Coalition employees tend to have better attendance and more impressive safety records when compared to their workplace peers.

For more information, contact Kitty Zachery at [email protected] or (502) 955-7271.

BARRIER REMOVAL
JOB PLACEMENT
SUPPORT FOR PEOPLE LIVING WITH DISABILITIES
SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT
VETERAN SERVICES
WORK-BASED LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

Rise Louisville

Celina Roberts on August 5, 2022

The mission of RISE is to bring increased economic prosperity to the Greater Louisville region through education and mentoring of entrepreneurs. This organization helps immigrant entrepreneurs navigate the system and apply innovative approaches to their businesses by engaging appropriate community partners. The future plans for RISE include organizing educational and mentoring programs to help existing businesses primed for growth. The RISE Cohort is a 10-week, 30-hour course designed for existing business owners that are poised and ready for growth. This classroom-style educational course aims to provide entrepreneurs with the management skills, professional knowledge, and financial understanding necessary to grow existing businesses. In addition to our bi-annual Cohort, RISE also provides one-on-one professional consultation to prospective or existing business owners.

For more information, contact [email protected].

BARRIER REMOVAL
BUSINESS & STARTUP RESOURCES
REFUGEE ASSISTANCE

Jewish Family & Career Services

Celina Roberts on August 2, 2022

Whether you are embarking upon your first job, experiencing a career transition, or searching for a twilight career before retirement, Jewish Family & Career Services will empower you to make informed decisions regarding your individual career path. This organization will help you explore vocational options and prepare you to enter the job market with confidence with assessment and exploration, counseling and coaching, job search preparation, pre-employment transition services, re-credentialing and career laddering, resource coordination, vocational evaluation, and workshops.

For more information, contact JFCS at [email protected] or 502-452-6341 x120.


BARRIER REMOVAL
FINANCIAL AID FOR JOB SEEKERS
REFUGEE ASSISTANCE
TRAINING & UPSKILLING FOR JOB SEEKERS
VETERAN SERVICES

Americana World Community Center

Celina Roberts on August 1, 2022

Americana World Community Center works to bridge the gap from surviving to thriving for Louisville’s refugee, immigrant, and underserved populations. This organization provides holistic, comprehensive programs to immigrants, refugees, and low-income individuals that enable people to overcome the challenges of integrating into a new community and of living below the poverty line. They offer workforce development programs such as mentoring, coaching and referrals, college/career readiness preparation, and more.

For more information, contact Emilie Dyer at 502-366-7813 or [email protected].


BARRIER REMOVAL
JOB PLACEMENT
REFUGEE ASSISTANCE
SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT
TRAINING & UPSKILLING FOR JOB SEEKERS
VETERAN SERVICES
WORK-BASED LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES