Northeast Indiana Works Email Format
Non-profit OrganizationsIndiana, United States11-50 Employees
Northeast Indiana Works is a regional nonprofit organization based in Fort Wayne, Indiana, serving the 11-county Northeast Indiana workforce system. It operates the WorkOne Northeast career centers, oversees state and federally supported adult education programs, and manages two youth-focused career development initiatives, with a focus on funding and coordinating employer-focused training to boost skills among current workers. The organization supports more than 20,000 individuals and over 1,500 employers annually across Adams, Allen, DeKalb, Grant, Huntington, LaGrange, Noble, Steuben, Wabash, Wells, and Whitley counties, aiming to improve access to employment, education, and related services under the framework of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act. Its board includes educators, business representatives, economic development officials, government leaders, and labor representatives, reflecting a broad governance structure for program delivery and policy guidance. A recent development involves partnerships with local employers to create hands-on learning experiences through programs such as Jail Chemical Addiction Program initiatives, illustrating ongoing collaboration to connect residents with real-world training opportunities.