Unlock Your Future: Transforming Lives Through Skills and Careers
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About Central States SER
Welcome to Central States SER, Jobs for Progress Inc. (SER) – a dynamic non-profit organization committed to enhancing lives, fostering economic stability, and promoting growth in communities across Illinois. Since our establishment in 1987, Central States SER has been dedicated to designing and delivering services that make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals, youth, adults, and businesses.
Annual Impact
Year after year, we touch the lives of over 12,000 individuals who walk through the doors of Central States SER seeking assistance. Through education, training, and employment services, we aim to make a lasting difference in the lives of those we serve.
MISSION
Advancing people, growing businesses and strengthening communities through education, employment and economic development with a long-term vision that everyone has the education and skills required to eradicate poverty.
VISION
Communities are empowered with the education and skills
to be prosperous
GUIDING PRINCIPLES
• Passion for the work we do
• Community focused
• Respect for all stakeholders
• Trust and integrity
• Commitment to excellence
• Innovative leadership
Empowerment
Empowering lives through education, skills, and opportunities for sustainable success
Community Impact
Building stronger communities by fostering personal growth, resilience, and shared prosperity
Transformative Growth
Dedicated to transformative growth — cultivating potential, inspiring change, and shaping brighter futures
Discover, Thrive, Succeed: Central States SER, Shaping Futures
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