Chicago Jobs Council
Public Policy OfficesIllinois, United States11-50 Employees
Chicago Jobs Council is a Chicago-based coalition that coordinates community-based training organizations, advocacy groups, businesses, and individuals to improve access to employment and career advancement for people living in poverty. Through collaboration, advocacy, applied research, and capacity building, the organization seeks to influence the development and reform of public policies and programs aimed at moving underserved populations into the workforce. Its activities center on member engagement and policy work within the public policy arena, with a focus on anti-poverty workforce development initiatives. Founded in 1981, CJC has expanded to include a broad network of organizations and individuals dedicated to advancing equitable employment opportunities. In recent years, the organization has launched a framework and guide aimed at anti-racist workforce development and has continued to host related community discussions to support policy and workforce development reform. Based in Chicago, Illinois, the council operates within the public policy sector and targets improvements in access to employment for low-income communities.