Western Illinois Works for You

Serving Adams, Brown, Hancock, Henderson, Knox, McDonough, Pike, Schuyler, and Warren Counties

Customer Testimonial – Darin

“I’m proud to represent WIW because the organization truly makes a difference in individuals’ lives by providing them with the tools, resources, and support they need to succeed in the workforce.”

Customer Testimonial – Mahoganee

“I became a success story through Two Rivers who also participated in my success. I would tell people that WIOA is a great opportunity to take advantage of.”

Customer Testimonial – Kaylee

“I feel like when someone helps me through something financially, it motivates me to succeed. So, I would say that this was a motivator for me since they had helped me with my payment of school.”

Customer Testimonial – Ebony

“Ebony turned to Western Illinois Works to enroll in the WIOA Youth Program because of the struggles she faced as a single mother, taking care of her father, and with no reliable transportation.”

Customer Testimonial – Mawule

“It was a good day when one of Mawule’s fellow students told her about WIOA and referred her to Western Illinois Works. Mawule had recently started an associate degree in Nursing (R.N.) program at Carl Sandburg College in Galesburg.”

Customer Testimonial – Sarah

“Sarah is a recent Individual Achievement Award recipient from WIOA (Western Innovation and Opportunity Act). Sarah epitomizes what WIOA clients are able to achieve.”

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Youth

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Adults

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Dislocated Workers

WIOA Services

The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) provides a national workforce preparation and employment system designed to meet the needs of the nation’s businesses and the needs of job seekers and those who want to further their careers.

In addition to various employment services, WIOA can assist with tuition, books, fees, required supplies and other support services for training, such as transportation costs through mileage reimbursements and childcare assistance. All training programs must be in demand occupations and on the state approved eligible training provider list, which can be found at www.illinoisworknet.com. A variety of criteria are used to determine eligibility for services in three main categories described below, however all WIOA participants must be a citizen of or authorized to work in the United States and registered with Selective Service, if a male over 18 years of age. Veterans receive priority for service.

YOUTH SERVICES

Eligible individuals aged 17-24 may receive a wide range of job assistance and training services.

ADULT SERVICES

Income eligible individuals aged 18 and older may receive adult services, including job assistance and training.

DISLOCATED WORKER SERVICES

Dislocated workers are individuals who have been laid off due to plant closure or mass layoff or are unemployed through no fault of their own, and may be eligible to receive services similar to those offered to Adults.

Visit one of our eight convenient locations throughout Western Illinois.

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