Breaking Down the Election
Members of the NSC team, along with representatives from across our networks, unpacked the election results, discussed the opportunities and challenges presented by the new Congress, and analyzed what new […]
Members of the NSC team, along with representatives from across our networks, unpacked the election results, discussed the opportunities and challenges presented by the new Congress, and analyzed what new […]
NSC Senior Fellow Amy Ellen Duke-Benfield joins AlabamaWorks! for a webinar focused on non-degree credentials.
NSC's Jessica Cardott, Senior National Network Manager, and Caroline Treschitta, Policy Analyst, joined the Ohio Workforce Coalition to share NSC's federal policy priorities for the new administration and discuss ways […]
We are sincerely disappointed to announce that we won’t be meeting in DC in 2021 due to the Coronavirus pandemic. But our skills advocacy on the Hill will continue on. […]
The Role of Policy and Advocacy - attendees will hear from Mary Clagett (Senior Director of The Workforce and Education Policy Team at Jobs for the Future), Rebecca Karp (Managing […]
In this interactive webinar, you’ll experience how 2020 became the tipping point for a more intentional approach to addressing these issues in career and technical education. Discover how educators and […]
For NCWE members only Join National Skills Coalition and the National Council for Workforce Education for a rundown on the new administration and the new Congress, how their priorities will […]
Join CAEL for a conversation with two national public policy leaders - Amy Ellen Duke-Benfield of National Skills Coalition and Emily Bouck West of Higher Learning Advocates - to discuss […]
Join NSC's own Amanda Bergson-Shilcock, India Heckstall, and Brianna McCain as they present at COABE's 2021 National Virtual Conference! The Covid-19 pandemic has alerted many elected officials to the importance […]
Join NSC's own Amanda Bergson-Shilcock, India Heckstall, and Brianna McCain as they present at COABE's 2021 National Virtual Conference! In recent months, adult educators have gotten increasingly comfortable with teaching […]
Download Slides The Covid-19 pandemic has thrown millions of Americans out of work and challenged libraries to find creative ways to help jobseekers and adult learners navigate an uncertain and […]
At this year's Alabama Interstate Talent Development Convening, NSC's own Amy Ellen Duke-Benfield will be presenting a breakout session called "The Role of Non-Degree Credential Quality Assurance" alongside Cleve Poole […]
National Skills Coalition and workforce development experts from the BlueGreen Alliance, the Manufacturing Institute, National League of Cities, and National Urban League analyze the administration's American Jobs Plan, how any […]
While the effects of layoffs and furloughs caused by the COVID pandemic will certainly shape the foreseeable future, the long-term health prognosis for the American workforce will largely be determined […]
The Committee on Small Business Subcommittee on Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Workforce Development will hold a remote hearing titled: “Growing Jobs through Infrastructure Investment.” The national infrastructure has long deteriorated but […]
The 11th New England Workforce Network (NEWN) Conference is a collaborative effort with workforce professionals from all over New England. This year's theme, Fast Forward: Innovative Workforce Development in Changing Times, […]
View the slides from NSC Senior Fellow Rachel Vilsack's presentation at the 2021 C2ER Conference/LMI Institute Annual Forum Using Data to Drive Credential Quality and Transparency - June 9th, 1pm […]
Lunch and Learn #2: Each learner feels welcome in, is supported by, and has the means to succeed in the career preparation ecosystem Date: June 22, 2021 Time: 4:00 PM ET […]
On Thursday, July 22 at 12pm EST, Chairman of the House Committee on Education and Labor Robert C. "Bobby" Scott hosted a remote press conference with NSC’s CEO, Andy Van […]
On July 22, at 2pm ET, NSC’s Director of Government Affairs, Katie Spiker, will join a virtual discussion on reshaping America’s digital infrastructure for the 21st century and beyond, hosted […]
As the country continues to reopen, many long-term unemployed workers may return to the workforce. But, individuals will be reentering a job market that looks different from a year and […]
On Monday, August 23rd, National Skills Coalition held the first event in the Fireside Chat Series with Secretary of Labor Marty Walsh. Secretary Walsh, along with NCS CEO Andy Van […]
Listen here: Manufacturing Report Podcast - Biden's Build Back Better Infrastructure Plans Could Create Millions of Jobs. But Who Will Benefit?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V49GR4IQeyM How state policies can support upskilling for essential workers and ensure small businesses have the talent they need to succeed. Resources FAQ Technical Assistance Application
California is home to nearly 11 million immigrants - accounting for almost 27 percent of the state’s population. Roughly 2.5 million immigrants are undocumented, meaning less access to social safety net programs, financial assistance, and job security. Throughout the ongoing pandemic, immigrants, including English language learners (ELL), have been impacted the most - facing systemic […]
For our second Fireside Chat we were joined by Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo to discuss the critical role of investments in skills training for workers, employers, and an inclusive economic recovery. Following the discussion, we’ll host a panel discussion response featuring: Andy Van Kleunen, CEO of National Skills Coalition Chandler Morse, Head of North America Public Policy […]
As the United States celebrates National Digital Inclusion week (October 4-8, 2021), the STEM Education Coalition Policy Forum invites you to a briefing on October 7 at 11:00 am EST for policymakers to learn more about the daily obstacles that communities across the country face in accessing and navigating the Internet. The COVID-19 pandemic has […]
https://youtu.be/PJWxOkxlDVM Over the past 18 months, National Skills Coalition members have worked hard to educate policymakers on the need to invest in digital skills. Our Digital Equity @ Work campaign has highlighted the importance of holistic digital inclusion investments that help workers not only access the broadband and devices they need, but also to pursue […]
What Workforce and Education Advocates Need to Know about Digital Inclusion https://youtu.be/O5ZLOUuvVb0 The infrastructure legislation that Congress enacted last November made a huge new investment in digital skills via the $2.75 […]
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 […]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V1T5tQ7uf1Q Download Slides Hosted by National Skills Coalition in partnership with American Library Association and Public Library Association The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act includes a historic investment in advancing […]
Getting a Voice at the Table for $2.75 Billion in Federal Funds
How can you get involved with the Digital Equity Act?
NSC State Strategies Director Kate Kinder will be highlighting how National Skills Coalition has supported Oregon in policy advocacy that centers student voices.
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 […]
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 […]
https://youtu.be/RLYGn_KUw5g The Champions for Education webinar forum will be held via Zoom on Wednesday, April 27th. Attendance is free. Please complete registration below. Tickets to the Champions for Education VIP […]
What do we know about workers' digital skill needs & how to support them? Digital skills are in-demand for jobs across industries. Home health aides need to enter patient information via […]
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 […]
Digital Equity Act: New Federal Investment & What it Means for the WIOA System Congress passed the $2.75 billion Digital Equity Act as part of infrastructure legislation last year. Find […]
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. […]
https://youtu.be/VYiI4gsXGaU Affordable, high-quality education and training is essential for an inclusive economic recovery. Too often, however, financial assistance programs are not accessible to working adults or fail to incorporate in-demand […]
https://youtu.be/rjHvJs8qv5k Last year, the federal government made a nearly trillion-dollar investment in physical infrastructure including roads, bridges and transit. This investment is projected to create millions of new jobs. How […]
https://youtu.be/BPXhkTqb96g Developing industry partnerships that promote equity, quality jobs, and economic mobility is the recipe for success. Workforce partnerships can help employers explore hiring and retention challenges, understand workplace culture, […]
https://youtu.be/fSQ8NiwuT90 NSC Resources Skills For an Inclusive Economic Recovery Roadmap for Racial Equity Data for an Inclusive Economic Recovery Other Resources Detroit Centering Community Voices Dallas Parent Promise Program […]
https://youtu.be/4_D5kgGh3HU There’s lots of conversation about digital skills, but how are workforce and education advocates actually tackling this issue on the ground? In this Summit Sequel, hear directly from state […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.
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.
