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Celebrating Workforce Development Month and EmployIndy’s Advocacy Efforts Every September, we celebrate Workforce Development Month to recognize, honor, and publicize the contributions of our nation’s workforce development professionals. Throughout the year, we’ve received countless messages, writeups, and articles about your work and the success of your organizations. We are proud to share these as a […]
A Status Report on Federal Workforce Funding and Reauthorization As Congress enters its District/State Work Period, where members typically meet with constituents and visit key sites in their communities, the National Association of Workforce Boards (NAWB) is pleased to provide a summary of the current status of various legislative proposals related to the Workforce Innovation […]
In this episode, CEO of South Central PA Works, Jesse McCree, joins us for an illuminating discussion on workforce development innovation. Leading an influential board that spans eight counties in central PA, Jesse offers insights from his nearly eight-year tenure. The conversation delves into South Central PA Works’ pioneering strategies, including fair chance hiring initiatives […]
NAWB partnered with US Conference of Mayors, National League of Cities, National Association of Counties, and US Workforce Associations on this letter to Senate HELP Committee Chairman Bernie Sanders and Ranking Member Cassidy on current WIOA reauthorization proposals. August 12, 2024 TO: The Honorable Bernie Sanders Chairman, U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and […]
Workforce Success Story Submitted By: South Central WorkForce Council Workforce Challenge Barry worked as a heavy machine operator and heavy equipment maintenance technician with a road construction company for nine years. When the struggling company was sold and the new owners decided to make cuts, Barry found himself unemployed. He searched for work for over […]
Senate Appropriations Committee Approves FY25 Funding Bill, Rejects House Committee-Passed Draconian Cuts On August 1, 2024, the Senate Appropriations Committee passed a bill that would, if enacted, provide funding for programs under the Department of Labor, including funds for the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) for the upcoming 2025 federal fiscal year (FY25). Unlike […]
In this episode, NAWB President and CEO, Brad Turner-Little, is joined by President and CEO of CareerSource Central Florida, Pam Nabors. Pat shares insights on leading a large workforce board and preparing for the future of workforce development and discusses her organization’s role in serving a diverse five-county region surrounding Orlando, including efforts to inspire […]
NAWB hosted U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) Assistant Secretary Jose Javier Rodriguez, who leads the Employment and Training Administration (ETA), for a conversation with President & CEO, Brad Turner-Little. Here’s a quick recap: Appreciation for NAWB’s Role: Assistant Secretary Rodriguez made it clear that he appreciates the role that NAWB plays and is proud to […]
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