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BUILDING MINDS.
SECURING
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Empowering overlooked communities or individuals with hands-on training, mentorship, and industry-recognized certifications to unlock careers in cybersecurity, AI, and emerging technologies.

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Closing the Opportunity Gap in the Digital Economy with Hands-On Training Designed for Real Impact

We are a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to expanding access, fostering equity, and driving innovation in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and emerging technologies.
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Projected growth in Cybersecurity Analyst jobs 2023-2032

CompTIA certifications are valuable across almost every industry that use computers and technology, especially for roles in technical support, IT infrastructure, and cyber security. 

Build practical technical skills, restore confidence, and create clear career pathways in technology

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Our Programs

The Innovators Club

Training Next Generation in Network Security; Threat Detection; Data Protection; and Compliance & Risk. CSI Forge gives teens the skills and certifications they need before college. Our certified IT mentors provide clear guidance so students can learn, grow, and move forward on their technical path

New Leaf Participants Program (NLP-P)

The New Leaf Participants Program (NLP-P) is a trauma-informed workforce-development pathway that equips justice-impacted individuals with industry-recognized technical skills and real-world professional experience.

Golden Innovators

The Senior Technology Curriculum empowers adults 55+ to feel confident, independent, and safe in today’s digital world. This hands-on program teaches essential skills—from using devices and navigating the internet to protecting personal information—through supportive, beginner-friendly classes. 

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Our Programs

The Innovators Club

Training Next Generation in Network Security; Threat Detection; Data Protection; and Compliance & Risk. CSI Forge gives teens the skills and certifications they need before college. Our certified IT mentors provide clear guidance so students can learn, grow, and move forward on their technical path

New Leaf Participants Program (NLP-P)

The New Leaf Participants Program (NLP-P) is a trauma-informed workforce-development pathway that equips justice-impacted individuals with industry-recognized technical skills and real-world professional experience.

Golden Innovators

The Senior Technology Curriculum empowers adults 55+ to feel confident, independent, and safe in today’s digital world. This hands-on program teaches essential skills—from using devices and navigating the internet to protecting personal information—through supportive, beginner-friendly classes. 

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Start the enrollment process by completing the Student Registration Form in under 5 mins.

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Recieve a call to determine skill placement.

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Finish enrollment to get started on earning your Tech Certification!

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Technology jobs offer salaries well above the national average, with strong earning potential across roles such as cybersecurity, cloud, and data science.

Demand for IT professionals continues to grow, with over 377,500 new jobs projected annually through 2032.

Our mission is to empower individuals from historically excluded communities by providing hands-on training, mentorship, and pathways into high-demand technology careers.

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Email: info@csiforge.org
Phone: 773-786-7618
Chicago, IL

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