Green-Collar Jobs Campaign

An Ella Baker Center Initiative
  • Introduction

    about the toolkit

    For years, people have asked us for guidance on how to create green-collar job training programs in their own communities. Now, we’re making it easier for you to learn what we’ve learned. We are excited to provide this guide containing best practices and lessons learned from a range of successful programs in California.





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  • Elements
    of Success

    what works

    We have compiled the key features we believe define effective green-collar job training programs that serve people facing barriers to employment. We draw from interviews with successful programs, professionals in the field of workforce development, and leading academic experts.







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  • Case
    Studies

    programs in California

    We’ve profiled seven promising and successful programs in California that demonstrate a range of diverse models for providing “green pathways out of poverty.” Learn from the successes and challenges each of these leading programs has faced.











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  • Toolkit

    • Introduction
    • What is a Green-Collar Job?
    • Best Practices for Green-Collar Job Training Programs
      • Assessing Opportunities for Green Jobs in Your Area
      • Cross-sector Partnerships
      • Funding
      • Comprehensive Curriculum
      • Target Participants & Recruitment
      • Eligibility Requirements & Admissions
      • Wrap-around support services
      • Measures of Success & Evaluation
      • Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
      • Credentials/Accreditations
    • Case Studies
      • CDTech
      • East Los Angeles Skills Center
      • JobTrain
      • LA Trade-Technical College
      • Oakland Green Jobs Corps
      • Richmond BUILD & Solar Richmond
      • SEE Green Careers
    • Public Policy Making in Support of Green-Collar Job Training Programs
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