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NSC Network Call: 118th Congress Workforce update

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: - A wrap up of the 117th Congress, including workforce wins and losses - […]

CLOSING THE DIGITAL SKILL DIVIDE: THE PAYOFF FOR WORKERS, BUSINESS AND THE ECONOMY

https://youtu.be/ZsIlfB_fITg 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. Based on an analysis of 43 million job postings, Closing the […]

NEWN Conference

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.  

Adult Education: The Hidden Talent Pipeline: Legislative Briefing

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 […]

Closing the Digital Skills Divide: What Higher Education Leaders Need to Know

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 […]

Ask Us Anything Webinar Series

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 […]

Westside Works’ Digital Equity Forum

Our forum will feature engaging speakers, interactive workshops, and networking opportunities to help you gain the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the digital age. Whether you're a training provider, entrepreneur, or community leader, this event is for you. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals and learn about […]

Meeting of the Minds Conference

NSC Staff will present CA Worker Equity Work at The Meeting of the Minds 2023 Conference. In this session, panelists will explore different perspectives on authentic community inclusion in workforce and comprehensive regional economic strategies.

Chicago at a Crossroads: Bridging the Digital Divide

In this next installment of the Chicago at a Crossroads series presented by Old National Bank, Comcast’s Broderick Johnson, National Skills Coalition’s Rachel Unruh, Chicago Public Library’s Christopher Brown, and YMCA Chicago’s Dorri McWhorter will dive into the nuances of Chicago’s digital divide and explore innovative solutions and policy recommendations that will push our communities […]

Project UP Summit

Comcast will host its second annual Project UP Summit on October 16th and 17th at the Comcast Technology Center in Philadelphia. At the Summit, Comcast is convening their valued partners for programming and discussions focused on deepening our relationships to advance digital equity.

Skills in the States Forum

The Skills in the States Forum convenes state and local leaders from across the country who are working to bring skills training opportunities to more people through policy changes in their states to ensure an inclusive economic recovery.

Breakfast with Legislators

Breakfast with Legislators events provide Chamber members and their employees the opportunity to establish relationships with key decision makers and voice opinions on issues moving forward in Lansing.

Mapping State Progress and Opportunities to Advance Data and Reporting on Non-Degree Learning, Credentials, and Career Pathways

This invitation-only event will bring together a mix of postsecondary, workforce, data, and policy advocacy stakeholders from a handful of states to examine states' investments in non-degree credentials and programs and to unpack what it will take to enhance their ability to understand and report on quality, outcomes, and impact.

Net Inclusion 2024

The Net Inclusion conference, hosted by 501(c)(3) National Digital Inclusion Alliance, has been a staple in the digital inclusion community since 2016. Attendees will tell you this is the can’t-miss space for community building, collaboration, and connections that will alter the future of digital equity.

Workforce Leadership Café featuring NSC SkillSPAN

Let’s explore how the workforce development field can be more reflective of the change it seeks to cultivate. Join us this fall and winter in the “Workforce Leadership Café” for a series of conversations with leaders who are contributing their talents and insights to this rich field of practice.

Clean Energy Convening

This invite-only event will convene clean energy employers and key policymakers to share and discuss state policy recommendations that could expand apprenticeships and support clean energy businesses in hiring apprentices for new clean energy projects using tax credits available in the IRA in addition to diversifying the workforce.

Broadband Communities Summit 2024

Broadband Communities Summit is the leading event for community leaders, property owners, network infrastructure builders and telco service providers to meet and discuss strategies for delivering connectivity for communities across the US.

Unlocking the Future of America’s Clean Energy Workforce

With major clean energy investments being implemented, many U.S. companies have begun to announce new clean energy-related plants and projects across the country. This represents a potential game-changing opportunity for the clean energy workforce and those looking to make a shift into the industry.

Illinois Connected Summit

Illinois stands to gain more than $1 billion in federal broadband funding over the next five years, on top of significant state investments. Summit participants will have the chance to collaborate with peers and learn from experts and each other about how to make sure this record investment leads to sustainable economic opportunity for all […]

Building Inclusive Economies

As a valued partner in the International Rescue Committee’s economic opportunity work, we welcome you to join us for Building Inclusive Economies, a day dedicated for to learning, exchange, and solution-driven dialogue. An exclusive, in-person event hosted in New York City, attendees will have the invaluable opportunity to gain insights from and connect with a diverse […]

Broadband Breakfast – Digital Skills Training

In an era marked by technological leaps and digital revolutions, the workforce landscape is undergoing a profound transformation. How can organizations and educational institutions design curricula that not only keep pace with technological advancements but also anticipate future trends? What strategies can be employed to bridge the digital divide and foster a diverse, inclusive workforce […]

NCSL’s Youth and Young Adult Policy Forum

This three-day event will provide state legislators with education on intersecting policy issues impacting youth and young adults and policy options to increase well-being. Policy topics will include education and career pathways, housing and homelessness, mental and behavioral health, juvenile justice, child welfare and adolescent brain development. After learning with peers, field experts and NCSL […]

Urban Manufacturing Alliance’s Regional Convening – Co-Creating the Conditions for an Inclusive Workforce

Join UMA and our network for an intimate, day-long, and solutions-forward Convening to discuss how your and other communities are approaching the workforce challenges presented by this moment in time – regardless of federal investment. Attendees will hear from peers and national practitioners, with ample time for discussion and co-creation of solutions with each other. […]

2nd Annual U.S. Clean Energy Transition Conference

The 2nd Annual U.S. Clean Energy Transition conference will bring together federal, state and local policymakers, legislators, as well as industry representatives, NGOs and academia, to explore the latest policy and industry efforts in building a competitive America to accelerate the clean energy transition.

How Can New Federal Guidance Help Adult Learners Access Workforce Services?: Understanding U.S. Dept. of Labor TEGL 10-23

In this webinar, hear from federal officials and experienced adult education advocates about the new Training and Employment Guidance Letter (TEGL) issued to Workforce Development Boards and American Job Centers. This TEGL is titled Reducing Administrative Barriers to Improve Customer Experience in Grant Programs Administered by the Employment and Training Administration. It clarifies existing federal […]

Horizons Summit

The Horizons summit is where we explore the newest ideas for transforming the field and center the voices of the people most impacted by the transformation.

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Summit Sequels

Summit Sequels is a series of virtual skills events where we’ll continue the conversation, held at the Skills Summit, about skills policy issues at the state and federal levels.

Listen to this 2022 series to hear about best practices in the states and models that can inform federal decision-making and to discuss ongoing opportunities in federal and state skills advocacy.

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Fireside Chats

National Skills Coalition hosts a series of fireside chats between CEO Andy Van Kleunen and various policymakers as they discuss the critical role of investments in skills training for workers, employers, and an inclusive economic recovery.

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