The Philadelphia Tribune: OICA launches expanded national Sullivan Training Network
One of the region’s oldest and largest training groups, Opportunities Industrialization Center of America (OICA) in Philadelphia, is expanding its national efforts to bridge the labor gap and move more people into the middle class focusing on the industries of the future.
Portland OIC featured on CNN
The spike in violent crimes across this country has impacted many of the communities in which we serve. Our network continues to stand firm in our commitment to “helping people help themselves,” and that extends into violence prevention.
According to Mapps’ office, citing data from Portland’s Police Bureau, between June 1, 2020, and June 30, 2021, more than 1 in every 1,000 Black residents in Portland died of homicide. In response to the most recent wave of tragedy, the Portland OIC launched their Public Safety Village initiative this summer to have a “direct” and “immediate” impact on the community. The village is a group of 11 grassroots, Black-led organizations guided by individuals who have been involved or impacted by violence in the streets of Portland in the past.
Please take a look at the CNN story released on the work being done by Portland OIC to reduce violence by bringing our services to the streets.
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To learn more about Portland OIC’s work to reduce violence in Multnomah County, click HERE.
US Department of Labor awards OIC’s of America to serve justice impacted youth & veterans
OIC of America and it’s Network of Affiliates has a long and successful history of partnering with the Department of Labor to serve America’s most challenging workforce needs. During the pandemic in 2020, our network demonstrated its ability to continue to meet the needs of our program participants to make an impact. We are pleased to announce that OIC of America will expand its national program, SOAR (Skills & Opportunity for Achievement and Responsibility) into its 6th iteration increasing the total number of people served to more than 4,500 individuals impacted by the criminal justice system through the Young Adult Reentry Partnership program.
OIC of America to honor the legacy of Rev. Dr. Leon H. Sullivan
It’s been 20 years since the passing of Rev. Leon H. Sullivan and the impact of his accomplishments is still being felt throughout Philadelphia and beyond. With that in mind, Opportunities Industrialization Center of America Inc. (OIC) will celebrate Sullivan’s impact with a “Moving Mountains” tribute April 23 at 1 p.m.
Our Right to Vote is Under Attack!
In our pursuit for equity and inclusion in this country, generations of Black Americans have fought and died for our right to vote. The freedom to vote and have our voices heard in selecting our political leaders is fundamental to our way of life and represents the cornerstone of our democracy. However, we must acknowledge that there are those amongst us who are working to undermine our democracy.
Comcast Newsmakers-Job Training During The Pandemic with James C. Haynes of OIC of America
Through its programs, OIC of America has trained more than 3 million people who now have the skills they need to advance careers and change their futures. James Haynes the President and CEO of OIC of America discusses the organization’s history, training programs and voter engagement opportunities.