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 […]
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.
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 […]
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 […]
An overview of workforce development items addressed in the Federal and State budgets.
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 […]
Digital transformation is changing where, how, and when we work and learn, as well as the skills needed for economic advancement. Use of digital tools extends across all industries, and the tools workers are expected to use change frequently Today, over 90% of jobs require digital skills, yet nearly a third of all workers lack […]
Developing and Cultivating Tomorrow’s Workforce to Mitigate Business Risk
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 […]
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.
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 […]
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.
