DOL-ETA Vision and Jane Oates' Answers to Your Questions
During her keynote address at the NAWB Forum, Jane Oates provided the Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration's vision. Download the slides now.
After the address, Assistant Secretary Oates provided answers to the questions she was not able to answer during the event. Click here to view the questions and answers.
NAWB Re-authorization Policy Paper
NAWB has been working over the past several months, holding online conferences, meeting with you in the field, and collecting your thoughts and ideas about WIA re-authorization. From that effort we have developed a re-authorization policy paper: Statement on Workforce Investment Boards and Critical Issues that Impact Boards in the Re-Authorization of the Workforce Investment Act of 1998. NAWB Members, login now to download this report.
If you are attending the Forum, please take a moment to review the paper before you attend the Monday morning General Session, which includes a Congressional Staff Panel, the Monday afternoon Issue Forum, The Legislative calendar and NAWB's Policy Positions, and the Tuesday morning Strategy Session with Congressional representatives. If you need assistance with your login information, please contact us at copusj@nawb.org.
The Jobs Agenda and NAWB - Working for You
Exclusive to NAWB Members! Login to view the Workforce Brief from NAWB from 2/25/10 explaining the activity surrounding the Jobs Agenda in Washington and what NAWB is doing on your behalf. If you need help with your member login information, contact us at copusj@nawb.org.
Senator Patty Murray Discusses WIA Re-Authorization
Exclusive to NAWB Members! Click the image below and login to view a video of Senator Patty Murray (D-WA), Chair Senate HELP Committee on Employment and Workplace Safety, discussing the re-authorization of WIA and answering your questions. If you need help with your member login information, contact us at copusj@nawb.org.
2010 National Workforce Development Campaign: Partnerships with the News Media
There’s no doubt that the economy and ARRA funding have put workforce issues “front and center” with the news media. How do you leverage these trends to capture the support of the news media and build community awareness and interest in your workforce initiatives? Join NAWB’s 2010 National Workforce Development Campaign to tell our powerful story in how our system impacts the lives of so many across the country.
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Energy Regional Innovation Cluster
On February 12, 2010 the Department of Labor, in partnership with the Departments of Energy, Commerce, and Education, the Small Business Administration, and the National Science Foundation, announced a new initiative to support the growth of an Energy Regional Innovation Cluster (E-RIC). The seven federal agencies jointly issued a competitive Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) of up to $129.7 million over five years to create a regional research center that will develop new building efficiency technologies. The E-RIC will work to disseminate new technologies into the local marketplace and share best practices with the public and private sectors. It will be supported through agency investments in technology and business development, and will include support for workforce education and training.
Role of the Public Workforce System
DOL is not providing additional workforce development resources through this FOA. However, the E-RIC will create many opportunities for workers to find and retain good jobs in the energy efficient building sector, and DOL encourages the public workforce system to be a partner in the E-RIC. Workforce Investment Boards, One-Stop Career Centers, community colleges, Registered Apprenticeship Programs, community-based organizations, and other workforce and education entities can play a critical role in this effort by developing the skilled workforce needed for the cluster to grow and prosper.
Consortia applying for the FOA must demonstrate collaboration among partners and how they will link these funds with complementary federal and non-federal investments in workforce development, as well as education, business development, and public infrastructure, for the purpose of growing a robust E-RIC. Applicants must also demonstrate a comprehensive and effective strategy for developing a skilled workforce for the cluster. Workforce Investment Boards and other workforce entities are encouraged to participate as partners in applications for the E-RIC and to reach out to the Consortia in the region that will be submitting applications.
Additional Information
Josh Copus Selected to Participate in New Trends Research Program
Josh Copus, NAWB's Director of Member and Board Relations, has recently been selected to participate in the Association of the Future (AOTF) as Chief Customer Relations Officer. Staffed by young professionals, this mock association has been designed to engage association professionals in testing possible responses to the challenges and opportunities identified in ASAE & The Center for Association Leadership’s ongoing trends research. Download the complete press release.
USDOL Budget in Brief
Download the USDOL FY 11 DOL budget in brief
NAWB Launches New Virtual Exhibit Hall
NAWB is pleased to offer workforce organizations a new Virtual Exhibit Hall highlighting organizations providing products and services that support the workforce investment industry. Click here to visit the Virtual Exhibit hall to learn about the latest products and services available, what's happening with some vendors, upcoming events, and how to stay connected with them.
White House Forum on Jobs and Economic Growth
The White House has released the final report from the White House Forum on Jobs and Economic Growth event held in December 2009.
Click here to download the report.
TANF Emergency Contingency Available to States for Subsidized Summer Employment Programs
The Employment and Training Administration (ETA) and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Children and Families (ACF) have issued a joint letter regarding youth subsidized employment opportunities under the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) Emergency Contingency fund.
Visit http://wdr.doleta.gov/directives/corr_doc.cfm?DOCN=2844 for details.
Announcements and Funding Opportunities for Members Only
NAWB regularly posts important announcements and funding opportunities under the Member Only section of this web site. Members may login and access this information under the Member Only tab. For login information, contact Josh at copusj@nawb.org.
ARRA FFY 2009 Emergency Fund for TANF Programs
The ARRA established the Emergency Contingency Fund for State TANF Programs (Emergency Fund) and provides up to $5 billion to help States, Territories, and Tribes in FFY 2009 and FFY 2010 that have an increase in assistance caseloads or in certain types of expenditures. The ARRA also made additional changes to TANF – extending supplemental grants through FY 2010, expanding flexibility in the use of TANF funds carried from one fiscal year to the next, and adding a hold-harmless provision to the caseload reduction credit for States and Territories serving more TANF families. Click here for more information.
Click here for a list of state usage of funds.
Click here for the press release from Florida’s Governor’s Office.
South Plains Recruitment and Reemployment Initiative (SPRR)
SPRR is a pilot program funded through a Wagner Peyser Act grant. The National Association Workforce Boards serves as a partner along with other state/local workforce development systems and service providers, Trade Adjustment Act program officials, regional employers and economic development entities. The project focuses on recruitment, job and skills matching, and relocations to the South Plains from regions of U.S. designated as Labor Surplus Areas.
Click here to download a brochure.
Click here to download a PowerPoint presentation.