New Workforce Center Supports Homeless and Low-Income Veterans in Pittsburgh Region
Aims to create a direct pathway for veterans to connect with top local employers
PITTSBURGH — Veterans Place of Washington Boulevard, in partnership with Duquesne Light Company (DLC) and the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), recently unveiled the new Duquesne Light Veterans Workforce Center — a dedicated workforce development space for homeless and low-income veterans in the Pittsburgh area. Since 2021, DLC has contributed $325,000 to renovate the former two-story donation and storage unit into a facility that offers activity areas, meeting rooms and virtual training programs to help veterans navigate their job search.
Pennsylvania is home to the fourth-largest veteran population in the U.S., with more than 800,000 veterans living across the state. The Veterans Place Workforce Development and Homeless Veteran Reintegration Program, a DOL-funded initiative, offers comprehensive job training, counseling and placement services to homeless veterans. In partnership with DLC, the nonprofit is working to create a direct pathway for veterans to access more internships and career opportunities through the newly established workforce center. The facility will serve as a hub for connecting veterans with top local employers, including DLC.
“As the primary funder of this important project, DLC continues to invest in opportunities that foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace — not just at our company, but across the region,” said DLC President and CEO Kevin Walker, who is also a veteran. “It’s the greatest honor to support those who have sacrificed so much for our country and to be able to give back to them in an impactful way. With about 8% of our workforce consisting of veterans, we value the many strong and unique skills they bring to the workforce. We look forward to continuing our partnership with Veterans Place and supporting our nation’s heroes for years to come.”
Today marks a significant step forward in our mission to support veterans in our community,” said Kevin Kordzi, Veterans Place executive director. “The Duquesne Light Veterans Workforce Center will not only provide essential resources and training but also foster a sense of belonging for those who have sacrificed so much for our freedom. Together, we are building pathways to success and helping our veterans reclaim their futures.”
The workforce center was officially unveiled at a ribbon cutting on Oct. 25. Attendees included representatives from DLC, Veterans Place and the DOL, as well as Pennsylvania Senator Lindsey Williams.
Learn more about the services offered by Veterans Place. For more information on DLC’s commitment to diverse and inclusive employment, visit the company’s careers page.