READY NWI

09/23/2026

🎓 Students and families: FAFSA season is officially here!

If college, career school or trade school is part of your student’s future plans, completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is an important step in exploring financial aid opportunities for your family.

Watch this video for helpful information from ABC News, then visit StudentAid.gov to get started. A little planning today can help make the path after high school clearer.

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Education Department rolls out earliest FAFSA form in history. The 15-minute financial aid application launches today.

09/21/2026

Building a stronger Northwest Indiana starts with investing in our communities — and the people who call them home. 💙

CWI, which administers READY NWI, joined United Way of Northwest Indiana for its Day of Caring, lending a hand on projects benefiting the City of Gary. CWI President & CEO Lisa Daugherty was among the team members who rolled up their sleeves to help.

Thank you to United Way Northwest Indiana and the Chicago Cubs Chicago White Sox and Chicago Blackhawks for showing their commitment to Gary and the Northwest Indiana region. When organizations invest in our communities, they help create stronger futures for the next generation. ❤️

09/04/2026

Today's workforce didn't happen by accident — and tomorrow's workforce is already taking shape.

This Labor Day, READY NWI celebrates the people powering Northwest Indiana and the next generation preparing to follow in their footsteps.

08/04/2026

READY stands for Regional Education & Employer Alliance for Developing Youth. Through partnerships among educators, employers, and community organizations, READY NWI is helping prepare Northwest Indiana's youth for future success.

Stay tuned as we share stories, data, and impact from across the region.

07/22/2026

What is READY NWI?

READY stands for Regional Education & Employer Alliance for Developing Youth, a Northwest Indiana initiative led by the Center of Workforce Innovations that brings educators, employers, and community partners together to prepare young people for success in school, careers, and life.

Through collaboration, innovation, and shared commitment, READY NWI is helping build stronger connections between education and workforce opportunities across our region.
Over the coming weeks, we'll be sharing more about READY NWI's impact, partnerships, and the work being done to strengthen Northwest Indiana's future talent pipeline.

Follow along to learn more.



Center of Workforce Innovations. https://www.readynwi.com/

07/03/2026

Happy Fourth of July!

As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, we're grateful for the partnerships and communities working together to build a brighter future for Northwest Indiana.

06/10/2026

Come spend a day of fun, family activities, and valuable community resources at the Porter County Health Department's Kick-Off to Summer Health Fair!

You can enjoy an afternoon of face painting, games, music, giveaways, food trucks, and community vendor booths, while also taking advantage of FREE resources such as backpacks, school supplies, dental screenings, and sports physicals.

📅 June 12, 2026
⏰ 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
📍 Central Park Plaza, Valparaiso

05/22/2026

This Memorial Day, we remember and honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Their legacy of courage and service continues to inspire future generations. 🇺🇸

Wishing our students, families, educators, and community partners a safe and meaningful holiday weekend.

05/22/2026

A huge thank you to BIGGBY Coffee for generously donating coffee for this month’s READY NWI meeting hosted at Portage High School! ☕

READY NWI brings together educators, community leaders, and industry partners from across Northwest Indiana to collaborate on workforce readiness, career exploration, and opportunities that prepare students for success after high school. Portage High School was proud to host this month’s meeting and appreciates community partners like BIGGBY Coffee for helping create a welcoming environment for meaningful conversations and collaboration.

05/21/2026

Summer is almost here — and so is a day full of fun, family resources, and wellness! ☀️🎈

Join the Porter County Health Department for the Kick-Off to Summer Health Fair on June 12 in Valparaiso! Families can enjoy games, music, giveaways, food trucks, free backpacks, school supplies, screenings, and more.