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SUMMARY:Ask Us Anything Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:Join the Center for Workforce and Economic Opportunity for our May 31 live webinar\, Ask Us Anything: Closing the Digital Skill Divide. Our guest speakers include Amanda Bergson-Shilcock\, senior fellow\, NSC; Kennon Harrison\, vice president\, workforce partnerships\, Revature; Bobby McNeil\, president\, Raleigh-Durham chapter\, Blacks In Technology Foundation; and Annette Taylor\, director\, Office of Digital Equity and Literacy\, North Carolina Department of Information Technology. The panel will discuss the digital skill divide and how the Digital Equity Act provides a unique opportunity for states to invest in digital skills and generate economic payoff for businesses\, workers\, and the broader economy.
URL:https://nationalskillscoalition.org/event/ask-us-anything-webinar-series/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Ohio Workforce Coalition May Webinar - State & Federal Budget Overview: Workforce Development Highlights
DESCRIPTION:An overview of workforce development items addressed in the Federal and State budgets.
URL:https://nationalskillscoalition.org/event/ohio-workforce-coalition-may-webinar-state-federal-budget-overview-workforce-development-highlights/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Closing the Digital Skills Divide: What Higher Education Leaders Need to Know
DESCRIPTION:The NTIA Office of Minority Broadband Initiatives (OMBI) plays an important role in the Internet For All initiative by promoting equitable high-speed Internet access and adoption at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs)\, Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs)\, Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs)\, and in their surrounding anchor communities. OMBI’s guiding vision is to achieve digital equity for minority communities across the United States. \nIn this webinar\, the OMBI team and guests from the NTIA Office of the Assistant Secretary and the National Skills Coalition to explore how HBCUs\, TCUs\, and MSIs are working to help students build in-demand skills and connect to long-term career pathways. This webinar will focus on two areas: Closing the Digital Skills Divide and an update on NTIA Workforce Initiatives. \nSpeaker: Amanda Bergson-Shilcock\, Senior Fellow\, National Skills Coalition (NSC)\nNew research demonstrates that employers are requiring advanced technology-related skills\, across almost all industries and occupations. Ms. Bergson-Shilcock will share NSC’s newly-released data focused on the digital skills required across demographic factors such as educational level or years of experience with a special focus on HBCUs\, HSIs\, and other minority-serving institution student populations. She will also discuss how improved higher education and workforce development policies can be part of the solution in addressing the impact of historical and structurally racist policies. \nSpeaker: Lucy Moore\, Special Policy Advisor\, Office of the Assistant Secretary\, NTIA\nMs. Moore will provide an update on NTIA Workforce Development Initiatives and highlight some Connecting Minority Communities (CMC) grantees who are utilizing their funding for workforce development and training programs that are leading to skilled jobs and long-term career pathways.
URL:https://nationalskillscoalition.org/event/closing-the-digital-skills-divide-what-higher-education-leaders-need-to-know/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230516T120000
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SUMMARY:Adult Education: The Hidden Talent Pipeline: Legislative Briefing
DESCRIPTION:The briefing will highlight the needs of adult learners and provide information about the interconnected role of adult education in our workforce development and higher education systems.  There will be two panels\, the first consisting of individuals who will share their experiences as former adult learners who now work in adult education programs.  The second panel will consist of business and community college leaders who will speak to the importance of partnering with adult education programs to help adults be successful in the workplace and in higher education.  During the course of the briefing\, you will also hear about new legislation to strengthen adult education to help adult learners succeed in the workplace and earn a family sustaining wage. \n\n\n\nPress Release: https://www.newswire.com/news/the-coalition-on-adult-basic-education-holds-legislative-briefing-on-22039314  \nSpeaker: Caroline Treschitta\, Policy Analyst\, National Skills Coalition
URL:https://nationalskillscoalition.org/event/adult-education-the-hidden-talent-pipeline-legislative-briefing/
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SUMMARY:NSC Skills Summit 2023
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URL:https://nationalskillscoalition.org/event/skills-summit-2023/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230317T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230317T150000
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SUMMARY:NEWN Conference
DESCRIPTION:This panel will examine what it means to reimagine the workforce for an inclusive economic recovery\, including what it takes to reach this outcome and who must be prioritized in these efforts. Discussion topics include the political challenges\, opportunities\, and advancements in Connecticut and Massachusetts\, as well as the federal level. \n 
URL:https://nationalskillscoalition.org/event/newn-conference/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230222T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230222T140000
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SUMMARY:CLOSING THE DIGITAL SKILL DIVIDE: THE PAYOFF FOR WORKERS\, BUSINESS AND THE ECONOMY
DESCRIPTION:As state policymakers grapple with closing the digital divide and effectively deploying resources from the historic $2.75 billion Digital Equity Act\, National Skills Coalition\, in partnership with the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta\, has released new research that could help guide the way. \nBased on an analysis of 43 million job postings\, Closing the Digital Divide is a first-ever\, real-time snapshot of digital skill demands in the US labor market. It finds that 92% of jobs require digital skills spanning all industries and occupations. It also finds that states that target public resources toward digital skill building could generate measurable monetary benefits for workers\, small businesses\, and the broader economy. \nJoin us for a conversation with the report authors to learn more about the groundbreaking research and how it can inform digital equity conversations in your state. \n– Amanda Bergson-Shilcock\, Senior Fellow\, National Skills Coalition\n– Nye Hodge\, Research Analyst\, Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta\n– Roderick Taylor\, Research and Policy Analyst\, National Skills Coalition \nModerated by Rachel Unruh\, Chief of External Affairs\, National Skills Coalition \nDownload Slides \nResources shared by NSC \n\nDigital Equity @ Work Petition: https://secure.everyaction.com/pXKp6xURlkq3_iJp9IgSmw2\nDigital Equity Act State Implementation Policy Recommendations: https://nationalskillscoalition.org/resource/publications/expanding-digital-inclusion-via-the-bipartisan-infrastructure-law/\nHow to get started with the Digital Equity Act: https://nationalskillscoalition.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/4.26-NSC-digital-equity-act-factsheet_v3.pdf\nClosing the Digital Skill Divide Report and Methodology: https://nationalskillscoalition.org/resource/publications/closing-the-digital-skill-divide/
URL:https://nationalskillscoalition.org/event/closing-the-digital-skill-divide-the-payoff-for-workers-business-and-the-economy/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230202T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230202T150000
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SUMMARY:NSC Network Call: 118th Congress Workforce update
DESCRIPTION:National Skills Coalition invites you to join an invitation-only network call for workforce stakeholders to discuss the landscape of the new 118th Congress and what it means for workforce and education priorities. In this call\, NSC’s Government Affairs staff will review: \n– A wrap up of the 117th Congress\, including workforce wins and losses \n– New leaders in the 118th Congress\, including relevant committee leadership \n– State of play for 118th Congress and Biden administration: what to expect and how to advocate for key priorities \n– Tools NSC has for you to engage with your member of Congress\, especially new members \nSharpen your advocacy skills as we prepare to advocate during our biggest federal advocacy event of the year\, our Skills Summit May 1-3 in Washington\, DC. \nThere will also be time for you to ask questions and to share out anything you are working on. \nWhile this call is intended for NSC partners\, you are welcome to share with any workforce advocates you think would benefit from this call. Please reach out to Caroline Treschitta\, caroline@nationalskillscoalition.org\, with any questions.
URL:https://nationalskillscoalition.org/event/nsc-network-call-118th-congress-workforce-update/
CATEGORIES:Event,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221224T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230101T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T091153
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SUMMARY:NSC Office Closure
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URL:https://nationalskillscoalition.org/event/nsc-office-closure/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221117T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221117T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T091153
CREATED:20221017T143814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221115T184129Z
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SUMMARY:CTE Policy Conversation Series: Mid-term Election Reflections with JFF and National Skills Coalition
DESCRIPTION:Elections create both uncertainty but also promising opportunity for federal and state leaders to advance high-quality\, equitable career pathways and Career Technical Education prgorams. Join an enlightening conversation between Advance CTE Executive Director Kimberly Green\, JFF President and CEO Maria Flynn\, and National Skills Coalition CEO Andy Van Kleunen\, as they break down what the mid-term elections portend for CTE\, workforce development\, and career pathways. A master class from leaders with over 100 years of experience in policy\, politics\, and inspiration that you don’t want to miss!
URL:https://nationalskillscoalition.org/event/cte-policy-conversation-series-mid-term-election-reflections-with-jff-and-national-skills-coalition/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220922T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220922T150000
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SUMMARY:Measuring Job and Credential Quality Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The growing effort to define program\, job\, and credential quality requires investments in P–20W data systems to capture measures of quality and make that information transparent to the public. Join the Data Quality Campaign along with Credential Engine\, Jobs for the Future\, and National Skills Coalition for a webinar that will highlight the importance of state data systems in collecting data on program\, job\, and credential quality\, providing timely information to the public\, and using data to ensure equitable attainment of quality jobs and credentials. Learn from two states currently doing this work as they discuss their efforts to prioritize data collection and transparent access to information. \nPanelists include: \n\nKate Tromble\, Director\, Data Quality Campaign (Moderator)\nEshwar Eswaran\, Director of Data Services\, Jobs for the Future\nJeannine LaPrad\, Managing Director of Policy and Research\, National Skills Coalition\nRachel Vilsack\, Strategic and Policy Engagement Manager\, Credential Engine\nNick Moore\, Education Policy Advisor & Coordinator\, Governor’s Office of Education and Workforce Transformation\, State of Alabama
URL:https://nationalskillscoalition.org/event/measuring-job-and-credential-quality-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220913T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220913T143000
DTSTAMP:20260406T091153
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SUMMARY:NSC Fireside Chat: U.S. Secretary of Energy Jennifer M. Granholm
DESCRIPTION:NSC CEO Andy Van Kleunen joins Secretary Jennifer Granholm to hear how the U.S. Department of Energy is implementing federal investments and partnering with agencies across the government to develop our nation’s clean energy workforce. \nAugust 2022 the Biden Administration passed the Inflation Reduction Act\, making historic investments to protect and improve land\, water\, air\, and health in underserved communities. Along with the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and the CHIPS and Science Act\, these investments hold the potential to create and transform millions of jobs. The Department of Energy’s focus now is to channel these federal dollars into our local communities\, particularly those that are disadvantaged\, marginalized\, and underserved. These same communities have limited access to high-quality\, inclusive skills training to fill clean energy jobs. \nHear from Secretary Granholm about the steps her agency is taking not only for cleaner\, smarter\, and more affordable energy services\, but to also support high-quality\, inclusive skills training that will leverage the talent of America’s workers to power a clean energy future. \nModerator: Andy Van Kleunen\, CEO\, National Skills Coalition \nFeatured Guest: U.S. Secretary of Energy Jennifer M. Granholm\, U.S. Department of Energy
URL:https://nationalskillscoalition.org/event/nsc-fireside-chat-u-s-secretary-of-energy-jennifer-m-granholm/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220830T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220830T143000
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SUMMARY:NSC Fireside Chat: Industry Partnerships\, Equity\, and Job Quality with Mitch Landrieu
DESCRIPTION:NSC CEO Andy Van Kleunen joins Senior Advisor to the President and Infrastructure Implementation Coordinator Mitch Landrieu\, and a group of local leaders for a discussion about the Biden administration’s efforts to support industry partnerships\, advance racial equity\, and produce quality jobs through the rollout of the bi-partisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. The Biden Administration recently announced the allocation of $40 billion of the $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) toward workforce development efforts. The White House also issued the Talent Pipeline Challenge to secure commitments from local officials\, employers\, unions\, and industry partnerships to use these recovery investments to train a diverse infrastructure workforce. Hear the latest from the person leading President Biden’s infrastructure rollout and from local leaders who have made Talent Pipeline Challenge commitments and are leveraging ARPA resources to support local industry partnerships\, equitable workforce development\, and quality jobs.
URL:https://nationalskillscoalition.org/event/nsc-fireside-chat-industry-partnerships-equity-and-job-quality-with-mitch-landrieu/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220516T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220518T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T091153
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SUMMARY:Skills for California Summit 2022
DESCRIPTION:The Skills for CA Summit will bring together partners from across the state to advance a collective workforce policy agenda that promotes equity\, systems innovation\, and pathways to good jobs. The event will dive into California’s workforce policies\, investments\, initiatives\, and the bold efforts the network is making to forge an inclusive economic recovery for all Californians. \nThe Summit will be divided into two parts. First\, participants will spend two days attending policy sessions on skills training issues with leaders across the state. Following the policy sessions\, participants will have the option to virtually meet with policymakers and their teams to advance the Skills for CA Network policy agenda.
URL:https://nationalskillscoalition.org/event/skills-for-california-summit/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220509T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220509T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T091153
CREATED:20220420T163757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220608T162253Z
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SUMMARY:Holistic Support Services Advance Economic Mobility and Educational Attainment
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URL:https://nationalskillscoalition.org/event/summit-sequels-holistic-support-services-advance-economic-mobility-and-educational-attainment/
CATEGORIES:Event,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220428T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220428T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T091153
CREATED:20220420T164439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220825T195145Z
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SUMMARY:Illinois 2022 WIOA Summit
DESCRIPTION:Digital Equity Act: New Federal Investment & What it Means for the WIOA System \nCongress passed the $2.75 billion Digital Equity Act as part of infrastructure legislation last year. Find out what this new investment means for WIOA system partners and how it will be rolling out to states. What will this policy look like on the ground? How will it align with workforce development and adult education policies already in place? What should WIOA system partners be doing now to prepare for this new opportunity? Bring your questions! \nSpeaker: Amanda Bergson-Shilcock\, National Skills Coalition
URL:https://nationalskillscoalition.org/event/illinois-2022-wioa-summit-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220428T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220428T171500
DTSTAMP:20260406T091153
CREATED:20220426T145344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220825T195536Z
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SUMMARY:Middle Plains Adult Ed Association Conference
DESCRIPTION:NSC’s Kate Kinder will be giving two presentations during this conference. At 1:00PM PST she will present in “Building Career Pathways Systems by Harnessing SNAP E & T” The conference is HYBRID with limited in person space.
URL:https://nationalskillscoalition.org/event/middle-plains-adult-ed-association-conference/
CATEGORIES:Event,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220428T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220428T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T091153
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SUMMARY:Illinois 2022 WIOA Summit
DESCRIPTION:What do we know about workers’ digital skill needs & how to support them? \nDigital skills are in-demand for jobs across industries. Home health aides need to enter patient information via iPads; retail store workers are using price-change and inventory-control apps; construction workers have to submit work-order changes using mobile apps for blueprint technology; and truck drivers don’t get paid if they can’t navigate their online payroll system correctly. But not all workers are confident in their digital skills — even if they work in jobs that require them. What does the data tell us about workers’ digital skill needs? Get an overview of key data from the national OECD Survey of Adult Skills (PIAAC) and find out how one Illinois organization is responding to digital skill needs among workforce system staff\, jobseekers\, and adult learners alike. \n  \nSpeakers: \nAmanda Bergson-Shilcock\, National Skills Coalition \nMichael Matos\, Illinois Digital Learning Lab/CCLC
URL:https://nationalskillscoalition.org/event/illinois-2022-wioa-summit/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220427T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220427T093000
DTSTAMP:20260406T091153
CREATED:20220330T163103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220504T150307Z
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SUMMARY:Champions for Education 2022
DESCRIPTION:The Champions for Education webinar forum will be held via Zoom on Wednesday\, April 27th. Attendance is free. Please complete registration below. \nTickets to the Champions for Education VIP Mixer that follows our webinar at 5 PM on the 27th are free with event sponsorships or are available for $75. \nSpeakers include: \n  \n\nKelli Rhodes\, CEO of Restore Education (opening and closing comments) \nKiran Kaur Bains\, CEO of SA2020 (Moderator) \nAmanda Bergson-Shilcock\, Senior Fellow at the National Skills Coalition (Panelist) \nAlfreda Norman\, Senior Vice President at the Dallas Fed (Panelist) \nRichard Perez\, CEO and President of San Antonio Chamber of Commerce (Panelist) 
URL:https://nationalskillscoalition.org/event/champions-for-education-2022/
CATEGORIES:Event,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220422T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220422T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T091153
CREATED:20220420T165010Z
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SUMMARY:National Council for Workforce Education (NCWE): New Workforce Professionals Academy
DESCRIPTION:Caroline Treschitta and Jennifer Stiddard will be speaking at Anne Arundel Community College as a part of National Council for Workforce Education (NCWE)’s event\, New Workforce Professionals Academy. Caroline will speak at a panel called “Becoming a Workforce Advocate”\, followed by both her and Jennifer Stiddard speaking on a “Future Federal Legislation and Funding” panel.
URL:https://nationalskillscoalition.org/event/national-council-for-workforce-education-ncwe-new-workforce-professionals-academy/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220421T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220421T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T091153
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SUMMARY:Upskilling American Workers for Middle Skill Jobs Requires a Strong Foundation
DESCRIPTION:On Thursday\, April 21\, 2022\, from 11am to 12pm Eastern\, please join AIR for a presentation and discussion focusing on a new policy report from the ETS Center for Research on Human Capital and Education called Buttressing the Middle: A Case for Reskilling and Upskilling America’s Middle-Skill Workers in the 21st Century. This report explores the extent to which technology and automation are changing the nature of work and explains why education and higher-order skills such as critical thinking and problem-solving are becoming increasingly important to meet the level of cognitive demand in middle-skill jobs. The authors argue that these higher-order skills rely upon a strong foundation of literacy and numeracy skills which is often overlooked. \nThis webinar will highlight the report’s findings on: \n\nCurrent U.S. adults’ literacy and numeracy skill levels using data from the Programme for the International Assessment of Adult Competencies (PIAAC) and student reading and math skill levels from the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP)\nThe increasing skill demands for many middle-skill occupations using data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ O*NET\n\nPresenters will discuss the need to bridge the divide between the kinds of skills workers need and the skills many currently have. Also presented will be a theory of action designed to improve the literacy\, numeracy and digital skills of adults that will help put them on pathways for future educational and occupational growth. \nRegistrants will be given the opportunity to submit questions during the webinar. \n  \nSpeakers: \nPresenter: Dr. Irwin Kirsch\, Director\, Center for Global Assessment\, ETS \nDiscussant: Mr. Paul Fain\, Journalist\, The Job Newsletter \nModerator: Ms. Amanda Bergson-Shilcock\, Senior Fellow\, National Skills Coalition
URL:https://nationalskillscoalition.org/event/upskilling-american-workers-for-middle-skill-jobs-requires-a-strong-foundation/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220414
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220415
DTSTAMP:20260406T091153
CREATED:20220413T173051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220504T150928Z
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SUMMARY:Oregon Community College Association Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:NSC State Strategies Director Kate Kinder will be highlighting how National Skills Coalition has supported Oregon in policy advocacy that centers student voices.
URL:https://nationalskillscoalition.org/event/oregon-community-college-association-annual-conference/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220413T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220413T174500
DTSTAMP:20260406T091153
CREATED:20220330T152644Z
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SUMMARY:COABE conference panel: Finally! Broadband for all adult learners
DESCRIPTION:How can you get involved with the Digital Equity Act?
URL:https://nationalskillscoalition.org/event/coabe-conference-panel-finally-broadband-for-all-adult-learners/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220413T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220413T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T091153
CREATED:20220330T152215Z
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SUMMARY:COABE conference presentation: Digital Equity Act
DESCRIPTION:Getting a Voice at the Table for $2.75 Billion in Federal Funds
URL:https://nationalskillscoalition.org/event/coabe-conference-presentation-digital-equity-act/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220412T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220412T141500
DTSTAMP:20260406T091153
CREATED:20220216T193923Z
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SUMMARY:Gearing Up for the Digital Equity Act with Libraries
DESCRIPTION:Download Slides\nHosted by National Skills Coalition in partnership with American Library Association and Public Library Association\nThe Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act includes a historic investment in advancing digital equity\, and an opportunity for libraries to leverage and expand their roles in that work. In particular\, the Digital Equity Act provisions include a federal investment of $2.75 billion over five years to promote digital equity\, literacy\, and inclusion initiatives at the local\, state\, and national levels. Libraries of all types will be eligible to apply. Learn more about program provisions\, players\, and how you can leverage these opportunities to improve digital equity through libraries in your community. Hear about effective practices and receive concrete tips for developing or expanding your services and leveraging community collaborations. \nSpeakers\n\nAmanda Bergson-Shilcock\, National Skills Coalition\nCaroline Treschitta\, National Skills Coalition\nLarra Clark\, American Library Association-Public Library Association\nLauren Moore\, NY State Librarian\nScott Rasmussen\, Director of the NY ConnectAll Office\nBecky Raymond\, Chicago Citywide Literacy Coalition/scaleLIT\nGwenn Weaver\, Independent Consultant and Chair\, American Library Association Committee on Literacy
URL:https://nationalskillscoalition.org/event/gearing-up-for-the-digital-equity-act-with-libraries/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220411T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220411T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T091153
CREATED:20220404T133338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220825T195547Z
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SUMMARY:Credential Mobility and Transparency: Pathways to Licensure and Employment
DESCRIPTION:The Council of State Governments (CSG) invites you to a webinar to discuss professional licensure\, obstacles to mobility and transparency and solutions for efficient and inclusive credentialing practices. CSG’s Occupational Licensure Project\, funded by the US Department of Labor\, has sought to remove barriers for professional licensure.   \n  \nObtaining a professional license can be confusing. Differences among professional licensing laws across states create barriers for those looking to obtain a license as well as for professionals relocating across state lines. Differences in education\, training and license requirements can be difficult to navigate. During this webinar\, representatives from Credential Engine and the National Skills Coalition will discuss credential transparency and strategies to make the process of obtaining a professional license clear\, efficient and inclusive. \n  \nSpeakers: \nJeannine LaPrad\, National Skills Coalition \nJeff Gran\, Credential Engine
URL:https://nationalskillscoalition.org/event/credential-mobility-and-transparency-pathways-to-licensure-and-employment/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220322T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220322T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T091153
CREATED:20220222T201058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220825T195451Z
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SUMMARY:Implementing the Digital Equity Act
DESCRIPTION:What Workforce and Education Advocates Need to Know about Digital Inclusion\n \n\nThe infrastructure legislation that Congress enacted last November made a huge new investment in digital skills via the $2.75 billion Digital Equity Act. For workforce development and adult/higher education advocates\, this new funding provides many opportunities — but taking advantage of it will require familiarity with the digital inclusion world. \n\n\nIn this webinar\, you’ll hear from a leading national organization that brings together 700+ local affiliates focused on various aspects of digital inclusion — broadband access\, digital devices\, and digital skills. Learn what skills advocates can bring to the table in digital equity conversations\, and how to ensure that your state benefits fully from this exciting new legislation.\n\nSpeakers\n\nCaroline Treschitta\, Policy Analyst\, National Skills Coalition\nAmanda Bergson-Shilcock\, Senior Fellow\, National Skills Coalition\nLo Smith\, National Digital Inclusion Alliance\nPaolo Balboa\, National Digital Inclusion Alliance\n\n Download Slides
URL:https://nationalskillscoalition.org/event/implementing-the-digital-equity-act/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220308T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220308T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T091153
CREATED:20220214T201953Z
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SUMMARY:State Policy Webinar: Inclusive Pathways for Adults
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://nationalskillscoalition.org/event/state-policy-webinar-inclusive-pathways-for-adults/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220215
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220218
DTSTAMP:20260406T091153
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SUMMARY:NSC 2022 Skills Summit
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://nationalskillscoalition.org/event/skills-summit-2022/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220207T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220207T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T091153
CREATED:20220126T150220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220825T195604Z
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SUMMARY:Community Colleges & Federal Workforce Policies
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://nationalskillscoalition.org/event/community-college-national-legislative-summit/
CATEGORIES:Event
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