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At Emerge Career, we're proud to share the success of our recent collaboration with the New York City Mayor’s Office of Criminal Justice (MOCJ) and local driving schools, which has led to the graduation of 19 formerly justice-involved New Yorkers from our Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) training program. This initiative not only provides a second chance for individuals reentering society but also addresses the critical shortage in the trucking industry.
Empowering Through Opportunity
Our program is designed to bridge the gap between incarceration and meaningful employment. By offering a combination of online and hands-on training, we equip participants with the skills needed to secure high-paying jobs in the trucking sector. Remarkably, all 19 graduates have already secured positions with salaries reaching up to $125,000 annually.
A Collaborative Effort
This achievement underscores the importance of public-private partnerships in creating pathways to success for justice-involved individuals. By working closely with MOCJ (Mayor's Office of Criminal Justice) and leveraging our comprehensive training platform, we've demonstrated that with the right support, individuals can overcome barriers and contribute positively to society.
“One mistake should not destroy a person’s life because every New Yorker deserves a second chance,” said Mayor Adams. “That’s why we launched this innovative Commercial Driver’s License training program — to pair formerly justice-involved individuals with real economic opportunity. All of today’s graduates are now on the path to financial stability, with jobs that pay up to $125,000 a year. This is an outcome in which we all win: our graduates, our economy, and society at large. We cannot expect people to reintegrate into society if we do not provide them with the means and opportunity to earn a decent living. That is exactly what our CDL program does, and that’s exactly why we will be expanding it next year. Our CDL program is an upstream solution to a downstream problem — and it is yet another example of how we are working hard every day to keep New York City the safest big city in America.”
Looking Ahead
The success of this inaugural cohort has set the stage for the expansion of the program in 2026 and beyond. We're committed to continuing our efforts to provide accessible, high-quality training that leads to sustainable employment opportunities for those who need it most.
At Emerge Career, we believe in the transformative power of education and employment. This program is a testament to what's possible when we invest in people and provide them with the tools to succeed.
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