CONSTRUCTION INCLUSION WEEK PARTNERS

United Planning Organization (UPO)

Established in 1962, the United Planning Organization serves as Washington, DC’s primary Community Action Agency and was an early prototype for federal anti-poverty initiatives. Through its Workforce Institute and Building Careers Academy, UPO provides vocational instruction, case management, and job placement to move District residents out of poverty and into long-term employment.

United Planning Organization
KEY PROGRAMMING

Building Careers

Academy

Participants complete hands-on instruction in plumbing, electrical work, and building maintenance, earning OSHA safety credentials and classroom hours applicable toward Journeyman licensing.

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

UPO operates a commercial driver’s license program combining classroom instruction with behind-the-wheel training for Class A and B certifications, alongside training tracks for CompTIA A+ IT certifications and Child Development Associate credentials.

Workforce

Institute

UPO provides a 4 week job readiness program through its Workforce Institute, including a career assessment, support for employment documents, and soft skills management. For DC residents, UPO supports employment placement directly into jobs following the completion of the program.