Lifelong Learning

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Learning that lasts a lifetime helps people to continually improve themselves for work, recreation and other personal or social pursuits that contribute to strong communities.

With approximately two-thirds of Illinois jobs reportedly requiring at least some post-secondary schooling or special training, formal education is a key predictor for an individual’s income potential. College graduates, for example, earn 65% more on average than high school graduates, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Education in all its forms is important to individual well-being, personal growth and mental health. Education can take place in a variety of formats and locations that cater to the unique needs of Chicago’s population, especially seniors and others with physical or technological challenges that limit access to continuing education opportunities.

Lifelong learning enables Chicagoans to set and reach goals for themselves and their families, which strengthens the vitality of entire neighborhoods. Through formal and informal learning, Chicagoans can unlock talents and skills, learn from collective history and prepare future generations to be change-makers for a more resilient and equitable world.

The Lifelong Learning pillar’s goals seek to strengthen residents’ pathways into the workforce and enhance educational collaborations that benefit all age groups.

Take the Lifelong Learning pillar survey >>

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Learning that lasts a lifetime helps people to continually improve themselves for work, recreation and other personal or social pursuits that contribute to strong communities.

With approximately two-thirds of Illinois jobs reportedly requiring at least some post-secondary schooling or special training, formal education is a key predictor for an individual’s income potential. College graduates, for example, earn 65% more on average than high school graduates, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Education in all its forms is important to individual well-being, personal growth and mental health. Education can take place in a variety of formats and locations that cater to the unique needs of Chicago’s population, especially seniors and others with physical or technological challenges that limit access to continuing education opportunities.

Lifelong learning enables Chicagoans to set and reach goals for themselves and their families, which strengthens the vitality of entire neighborhoods. Through formal and informal learning, Chicagoans can unlock talents and skills, learn from collective history and prepare future generations to be change-makers for a more resilient and equitable world.

The Lifelong Learning pillar’s goals seek to strengthen residents’ pathways into the workforce and enhance educational collaborations that benefit all age groups.

Take the Lifelong Learning pillar survey >>

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Page last updated: 07 Sep 2022, 12:32 PM