Austin Nonprofit, CapMetro Partner on CDL Refugee Training Program

Written By Mela Ottaiano

KXAN - Austin, TX

by Kelsey Thompson
October 26, 2022

“Amid a national driver shortage and demand for commercial driver’s license (CDL) certified candidates, Austin-based nonprofit Global Impact Initiative (Gii) and CapMetro have partnered on training and job opportunities for refugees and other marginalized community members.

“Gii is an Austin-based nonprofit centered around educational and workforce development globally, but has specifically zeroed in on assisting Austin’s growing refugee community. This summer, Gii launched its online CDL exam preparation course, incorporating ESL instruction to help students become proficient in English and able to sit for the written exam.

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Mela Ottaiano
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