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20211108T112308 Native American Heritage MonthNative American Heritage Month, also recognized as American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month, acknowledges the significant contributions Native people made to the establishment and growth of the United States. |
20210702T122814 Women and Work: Reinvestment, Return and Recovery National Online Dialogue and Twitter ChatThe Women's Bureau would like to invite you to join us for a Twitter chat hosted by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) on "Women and Work: Reinvestment, Return and Recovery" to complement our ongoing virtual Dialogue on the same topic. On Wednesday, July 7 from 2:00 to 3:00 pm ET, we and other featured guests will discuss how to best support women workers and create a more equitable economy. Please join us on Twitter at @ePolicyWorks and use #EPWChat to follow along. |
20210303T143540 Open Education Week 2021Open Education Week (OE Week) is an opportunity for actively sharing and learning about the latest achievements in Open Education worldwide. |
20211115T080026 2021 National Apprenticeship Week - November 15-21-2021U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has announced the seventh annual National Apprenticeship Week 2021 (NAW) taking place November 15-21! |
20210212T090838 National Entrepreneurship WeekNational Entrepreneurship Week (NatlEshipWeek) is a non-partisan, congressionally-chartered initiative founded in 2006 that takes place the third week of February annually. Every year, NatlEshipWeek hosts a series of planned events and helps cross promote partner events taking place across the country. |
20210217T102319 A More Inclusive Economy is Key to RecoveryThe unemployment rate dropped to 6.3% in January 2021, according to the latest Employment Situation report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Many workers are still in crisis and we know that the latest recession hasn’t affected everyone equally. |
20211004T132708 National Disability Employment Awareness Month 2021National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) is held each October to commemorate the many and varied contributions of people with disabilities to America’s workplaces and economy. The theme for NDEAM 2021, “America’s Recovery: Powered by Inclusion,” reflects the importance of ensuring that people with disabilities have full access to employment and community involvement during the national recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. |
20211008T111158 Community of Practice Spotlight: Apprenticeships: Closing the Skills Gap (CSG)The Apprenticeships: Closing the Skills Gap (CSG) community includes important resources for this H-1B grant program in support of the grantees’ success, and is designed to provide CSG grantees with a central place to interact with grant peers, and access technical assistance and resources to support the implementation of their grant projects. Even if you are not a grantee, check it out. The resources on this new community are intended to assist in supporting quality apprenticeship programs. |
20210909T064556 Workforce Development Month 2021Workforce Development Professionals Month was created in 2005 by the National Association of Workforce Development Professionals (NAWDP) to raise awareness about the importance of our industry to a growing national economy. Originally celebrated in May, NAWDP moved the designation to September in 2012. The U.S. Senate recently passed a resolution naming September 2021 Workforce Development Month. Read the full resolution here. |
20210917T144000 National Employ Older Workers Week, 2021The theme for this year's National Employ Older Workers Week is: "The Future is NEOWW!" Over the past year, older workers have shown a remarkable ability to adapt to the changing demands of a dynamic workplace. Whether that has been a transition to virtual workspaces or learning new online skills necessary for the workplace in 2021, older workers have shown they have the experience to thrive in the current workforce. |
20210603T082844 Pride Month 2021The U.S. Department of Labor's mission is to promote and protect opportunity for all workers. Our nation and workforce are stronger when we embrace diversity, and when workers can apply their unique skills and talents to jobs that provide fair wages, benefits, and safe and healthy working conditions, and ensure respectful inclusion. |
20210419T105131 Earth Day 2021FACT SHEET: President Biden Takes Executive Actions to Tackle the Climate Crisis at Home and Abroad, Create Jobs, and Restore Scientific Integrity Across Federal Government |
20210611T153958 A Path Forward — TogetherWith a post-pandemic recovery in sight, it’s time to take the lessons from the past year and use them to envision a future rooted in equity and opportunity for workers and learners. Join us at JFF Horizons, June 15-16 to learn about the latest workforce and education innovations to ensure economic advancement for all. |
20220204T075855 CTE MonthCareer and technical education, or CTE, is education that directly prepares students for high-wage, high-demand careers. CTE encompasses many different types of education, from classroom learning to certification programs to work-based learning opportunities outside the classroom. |
20220425T074746 April 28 is Take Our Daughters And Sons To Work“It is a unique opportunity to change a child’s entire perspective and thereby, change their lives.” — WNBC Reporter and Daughters and Sons Day Participant Ida Siegal |
20230802T130919 New Immigrants and RefugeesSponsored by the Employment and Training Administration of the U.S. Department of Labor, this page contains curated resources to help you provide training and employment services to job seekers who may have recently resettled to the U.S. and/or are from underrepresented populations who may use English as a second language. |
20220502T100301 National Small Business WeekNational Small Business Week 2022 celebrates the resiliency and tenacity of America’s entrepreneurs who are doing their part to power our nation’s historic economic comeback. |
20220406T120309 Second Chance Month April 2022The U.S. Department of Justice's Office of Justice Programs, Bureau of Justice Assistance and Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention are supporting Second Chance Month to help individuals, communities, and agencies across the country recognize the importance of reentry and their role in supporting safe and successful reentry—building second chances! |
20220114T152941 Saving WorkforceGPS ContentThis video will walk you through the steps of saving WorkforceGPS content. If you experience any issues, please visit our help page or contact support at: support@workforcegps.org |
20220204T091828 Black History MonthAmerica’s workforce thrives on diversity. Throughout our history, the variety of skills, experiences and perspectives of this nation’s workers fueled innovation and growth. This month, we’re highlighting Black workplace pioneers who blazed trails that created opportunities and improved the lives of generations of Americans. |
20220225T120615 WorkforceGPS Welcomes National Dislocated Worker Grants CommunityWorkforceGPS is proud to announce the National Dislocated Worker Grants community. |
20220303T162130 Women's History Month 2022March celebrates Women’s History Month. Women in the workforce are vital to the nation's economic security. The Women's Bureau develops policies and standards and conducts inquiries to safeguard the interests of working women; to advocate for their equality and economic security for themselves and their families; and to promote quality work environments. Check out the Women's Bureau resources that highlight and demonstrate the impact of women’s work. |
20220321T154801 Rebuilding Service Delivery: A conversation among WIOA federal leadersIn February 2021, leaders at the Departments of Labor, Education, and Health and Human Services webcast their discussion of the Biden-Harris Administration’s agenda to Build Back Better and invest in the public workforce and education systems. Listen and learn about their top priorities, multiple challenges, and opportunities for expanding job quality, improving equity, and strengthening partnerships across workforce programs to support prosperity for job seekers and employers. |
20240617T183858 JuneteenthJuneteenth, or Emancipation Day, is a celebration that commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. Historians affirm what celebrants of Juneteenth have long known: that slavery's overthrow was the culmination of countless acts of resilience, resistance, organizing, and uprising by enslaved people, formerly enslaved people, and abolitionists. |
20220516T091043 May is Older Americans MonthOlder adults play vital, positive roles in our communities – as family members, friends, mentors, volunteers, civic leaders, members of the workforce, and more. Just as every person is unique, so too is how they age and how they choose to do it – and there is no “right” way but there is “Age My Way”. |
20220713T070520 July is Disability Pride MonthThe Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was passed on July 26, 1990, Following this legislation, Boston held the first Disability Pride Day event, and Disability Pride Month was born. Disability Pride Month celebrates disability as an identity by sharing the experiences of the disabled community and highlighting how more needs to be done to make the world accessible and inclusive for us as disabled people. Parades are held in Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco, and San Antonio. |
20220601T085517 Pride Month 2022The U.S. Department of Labor's mission is to promote and protect opportunity for all workers. Our nation and workforce are stronger when we embrace diversity, and when workers can apply their unique skills and talents to jobs that provide fair wages, benefits, and safe and healthy working conditions, and ensure respectful inclusion. |
20220506T121639 May is Mental Health Awareness MonthNearly 1 in 5 Americans may experience some form of mental illness each year. For many of these individuals (and many without mental health conditions as well), work is key to their health, contributing to a sense of purpose and well-being. Thus, it's important that employers understand how to foster a mental health-friendly work culture. |
20230922T094853 National Employ Older Workers Week 2023This year, National Employ Older Workers Week (NEOWW) takes place from September 24th to September 30th. NEOWW is a great opportunity to remind people that it's always a great time to hire an older worker! |
20180925T123130 Workforce Innovation Cohort ChallengeAre you looking for an opportunity to engage with peers locally and nationally across the workforce system to pilot innovative solutions to address disability and employment issues? ETA is pleased to announce another exciting cohort challenge that will address three topic areas: 1) Accessibility; 2) Customer Service; and 3) Employer Engagement. Let’s brainstorm and develop solutions together to support individuals with disabilities enter, stay in, or return to the labor force. |
20180920T093447 Celebrate NEOWW! It’s National Employ Older Workers WeekSeptember 23rd – 29th, 2018 is National Employ Older Workers Week (NEOWW). During the last full week of September, NEOWW annually recognizes the vital role of older workers in the workforce and aims to increase awareness of this segment of workers and develop innovative strategies to utilize it. |
20180712T091144 WorkforceGPS Community Spotlight: Grants Application and ManagementThis month, the WorkforceGPS Team is pleased to highlight the Grants Application and Management Community. We recognize that managing a grant can sometimes be an overwhelming responsibility. This site is your one-stop source for tools, training, and resources to ensure effective management of your ETA grant. |
20180629T121053 WorkforceGPS Community Spotlight: Youth Summer JobsThis month, the WorkforceGPS Team would like to re-introduce you to one of our Communities. June is the end of the school year and many youth that are of working age are experiencing their first summer job. WorkforceGPS houses a community designed just for Youth Summer Jobs. |
20181214T140210 October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)Reflecting a commitment to a robust and competitive American labor force, the 2018 National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) theme is “America’s Workforce: Empowering All.” Observed each October, NDEAM celebrates the contributions of workers with disabilities and educates about the value of a workforce inclusive of their skills and talents. |
20180126T101447 Community of Practice Spotlight: CCDThis month, the WorkforceGPS Team would like to re-introduce you to the Customer Centered Design (CCD) Community of Practice—our newest Community of Practice (CoP). |
20180905T114504 Community Spotlight: Older WorkersThis month, the WorkforceGPS Team would like to introduce you to the Older Workers Community of Practice (CoP). This community offers an online hub to share resources, news, and emerging practices about the Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP), which provides on-the-job skills training to individuals 55 or older with limited financial resources. |
20180703T121717 Innovations in ActionInnovations in Action are brief summaries of promising practices from across the public workforce system. Innovations in Action are noteworthy because they represent timely, real-world examples of practitioners finding creative solutions to the challenges they face in helping to improve work opportunities for Americans. |
20180301T163528 March: Women’s History MonthEach March, the United States observes Women’s History Month, which is dedicated to the contributions that women have made to this nation over the years. |
20181214T140633 HIRE Vets Medallion ProgramThis is the landing page for the HIRE Vets Medallion Program, which rewards employers who hire our nation's veterans. |
20180509T142955 WorkforceGPS Spotlight: Our HomepageToday, the WorkforceGPS Team would like to re-introduce you to our homepage. Although much of it remains the same, we have recently implemented a small but significant change to the top-level navigation— |
20180322T172206 Community of Practice Spotlight: Business Engagement CollaborativeThis month, the WorkforceGPS Team would like to introduce you to the Business Engagement Collaborative Community of Practice (CoP). The Business Engagement Collaborative is a community that shares a commitment to providing economically valuable solutions for businesses across the business life cycle. This community exists to share our ideas, experiences, resources and outcomes, and it promotes innovations to business engagement strategies, tactics, partnerships, measurements, and more. |
20180806T102546 Apprenticeship Business Engagement ToolsThe Apprenticeship Community has developed three tools that provide resources for workforce, education, and apprenticeship practitioners directly conducting business engagement with employers. |
20180820T094517 Summertime Beach ReadsCheck out the Workforce System Strategies community’s one-page fact sheet that highlights all of the great resources on the site and the different classifications of materials--from evaluation reports to policy and practice briefs to how-to guides and profiles. |
20200204T113517 February: African American History MonthEach February, our nation celebrates African American History Month and their contributions—as activists, educators, and leaders. We especially honor and recognize the efforts of these individuals as it relates to access to and success in the workplace for all Americans. |
20180525T074809 WorkforceGPS Community Spotlight: Older WorkersThis month, the WorkforceGPS Team would like to re-introduce you to one of our Communities of Practice. May is Older Worker Month, and WorkforceGPS houses a community designed just for this population: Older Workers. |
20180221T114104 Community of Practice Spotlight: YouthBuildThis month, the WorkforceGPS Team would like to introduce you to the YouthBuild Community of Practice (CoP). |
20191010T113132 National Disability Employment Awareness Month 2019In October, we celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). NDEAM celebrates the contributions of workers with disabilities and educates about the value of a workforce inclusive of their skills and talents. |
20190115T134602 Assessing Recent Trends of Older Workers in the Labor MarketThese resources explore why older workers continue to work and provide a snapshot of their labor force participation rates by demographic group and type of occupation. |
20190115T134034 Being a Mentor ResourcesJanuary is National Mentoring Month to help promote youth mentoring in the United States. To focus on serving the disability population, a number of specialized resources have been compiled to increase awareness of its impact and the different technical assistance tools available to help bridge the mentoring gap. |
20190528T073804 WIOA MythBustersIf you have a myth that needs clarification – please send it to dol.wioa@dol.gov MythBusters 2.0 Now Available As myths about WIOA continue to bubble up from the workforce system, we continue to work to provide facts to dispel them. Click on the link below to check out the second series of MythBusters featuring 11 new topics. |
20190115T134638 Youth ApprenticeshipBusinesses, workforce professionals, educators, and others are looking to pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship as an effective way to start high school students and other youth on a career pathway that leads to good wages and opportunities for advancement. Check out these resources to help you grow apprenticeship for the youth and young adult populations. |
20190419T075459 DOL YouthBuild Program ManualsThe DOL YouthBuild Program Manuals provide guidance and best practices for running a successful YouthBuild Program. These manuals comprise all of the necessary components in the YouthBuild Model. |
20190621T141755 Joining Is Easier Than EverBecoming a WorkforceGPS member takes only minutes. If you are not already a member, there’s no better time to join. Just click the Become a Member button at the top of any page on the site and complete the simple form to join for free. Then you can log in and take advantage of WorkforceGPS’ numerous benefits and resources. |
20190617T133946 Workforce Opportunity for Rural Communities: A Grant Initiative for the Appalachian Delta RegionThe U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration has just announced Funding Opportunity No. FOA-ETA-19-08. The closing date for funding applications is July 15, 2019. Applications must be received by 4:00pm ET. Click the link for specific details. Link: https://www.doleta.gov/grants/pdf/FOA-ETA-19-08.pdf |
20200612T131850 Searching Is Faster Than EverWorkforceGPS has a trove of technical assistance resources such as webinars and online trainings. |
20190528T073445 TEGL 14-18: Aligning Performance Accountability Reporting, Definitions, and PoliciesTraining and Employment Guidance Letter (TEGL) 14-18 -- Aligning Performance Accountability Reporting, Definitions, and Policies Across Workforce Employment and Training Programs Administered by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL). |
20190315T144425 AJC Customer Flow Scenarios now available in SpanishThe AJC Customer Flow Scenarios have been highly successful as a resource for American Job Center (AJC) customers and as a staff training tool. To expand their usefulness to a broader customer base there is now a Spanish translation for each scenario. Like the original scenarios, these are best utilized as a discussion guide when assisting a customer to identify and achieve their goals. |
20190318T111234 Disability Employment Initiative and Career Pathways SeriesThis three part DEI Grantee Learning Opportunity provides examples of how DEI projects are using DEI intervention strategies to create inclusive career pathways. |
20190715T143123 Find Your Peers & New ContactsSuccessful workforce programs aren’t just about what you know, but also who you know. Once you log in to WorkforceGPS, you can see who’s who on the site and discover new colleagues in your field or your geographic area. |
20190402T131711 Connecting the Pieces – Disability Employment Initiative (DEI)On April 1, 2019, Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) grant resources were folded within the “Disability and Employment” Community in WorkforceGPS. The historical DEI grant resources to support the 55 DEI projects in 30 states can also help support the broader workforce. Today, there are 12 DEI Projects implementing the grant. |
20190726T110846 Find Your WebinarsWe know you find our webinars and other events useful. But how do you find them again later? WorkforceGPS lets you easily revisit past webinars via the My Events located in My WorkforceGPS. In My Events, you’ll find every webinar you’ve ever registered for, both past and upcoming. |
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20191106T124904 Military Family MonthAs we recognize Military Family Month, visit the centralized collection of information for the Veterans programs, policies and initiatives which primarily affect the Wagner-Peyser Employment Service, Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), and Jobs for Veterans State Grants (JVSG) employment and training programs. |
20190809T071853 Join the DiscussionMany WorkforceGPS communities host Discussion forums, and those that do could use your voice. Share best practices and discover new approaches from the like-minded professionals that populate these forums. Your My Content folder (located in MyWorkforceGPS at the top over every page) will even save your past comments and your subscribed discussion topics so you never lose track of a conversation. |
20190211T100207 Periodic Table of STEM Occupations Released by Bureau of Labor StatisticsThe Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) created an interactive periodic table of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) occupations instead of chemical elements. |
20190207T080726 Career Videos Available from CareerOneStop!CareerOneStop Videos Depict Everyday Responsibilities of More Than 800 Careers and give career explorers, students, and job searchers a portrait of life in hundreds of careers—from Actor to Zoologist. The videos bring to life the responsibilities, work settings, and employment trends for a broad range of occupations with updated information and context for career explorers navigating today’s employment world. |
20190715T143209 Trade Adjustment Assistance for WorkersWe are pleased to announce a new community — Trade Adjustment Assistance for Workers |
20200511T125023 National Apprenticeship Week 2019National Apprenticeship Week (NAW), now in its fifth year, is a nationwide celebration that gives businesses, communities, and educators the opportunity to showcase their apprenticeship programs and apprentices while providing valuable information to career seekers. NAW 2019 will be held November 11-17, 2019. |
20211117T063056 National Entrepreneurship MonthWIOA qualifying activities supporting entrepreneurship include skills and education training; career awareness and counseling; and services providing labor market and employment information about in-demand industry sectors. WorkforceGPS is full of reports, successful practices, tools and webinars that highlight the various entrepreneurial strategies. |
20191101T110527 National Indian Heritage Month"Love your life, perfect your life, beautify all things in your life. Seek to make your life long and its purpose in the service of your people." Chief Tecumseh |
20191101T110411 Need Help? We’re Listening!Using WorkforceGPS is easier than ever, but you never know when you still might need a little help. |
20201104T105158 2020 National Apprenticeship Week - November 8-14, 2020DOL has announced the sixth annual National Apprenticeship Week 2020 taking place November 8-14! This year the Office of Apprenticeship is encouraging partners to host virtual events. As in past years, we encourage grantees to register their events and proclamations at apprenticeship.gov. NAW 2020 events highlight apprenticeship programs and ultimately support the American workforce in the economic recovery from the impact of the global pandemic. |
20200403T113622 New Online Training Resource Now Available: Serving Individuals with DisabilitiesServing Individuals with Disabilities – A Day in the Life of an American Job Center is a self-paced eLearning module designed to provide tools and resources to support front-line American Job Center staff effectively serve customers with disabilities. This module includes scenarios to increase organizational learning on strategies to help maximize a seamless customer service experience under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). Click here to access this resource! |
20201119T101815 Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) 45 Years Later - 1975-2020Nov. 29, 2020, marks the 45th anniversary of President Gerald Ford signing the Education for All Handicapped Children Act (Public Law 94-142) into law. The 1990 amendment to Public Law 94-142 changed the law’s name to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). |
20200724T114044 ADA Turns 30!July 26th is the 30th anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Throughout 2020, the U.S. Department of Labor is celebrating this landmark legislation. Check out the Office of Disability Employment Policy’s ADA30 website. Also check out WorkforceGPS’ Disability and Employment Community for technical assistance and resources for providing employment services for people with disabilities and other barriers to employment. |
20200824T135134 Pathway to Recovery ResourcesNow more than ever, the public workforce system can deliver critical support to job seekers and businesses across the country. |
20211111T094050 Military Family Appreciation MonthVeterans & Military Families Month was established in 1996 by the Armed Services YMCA, with the U.S. Government recognizing the occasion every year since. Each November, the President signs a proclamation declaring November National Veterans & Military Families Month, and with hundreds of thousands of service members deployed overseas, recognizing the daily sacrifices made by active duty, Guard, and Reserve military families has never been more important. |
20201105T113328 Native American Heritage MonthNovember is National Native American Heritage Month. Facts for Features presents statistics for American Indians and Alaska Natives, one of the six major race categories defined by the U.S. Office of Management and Budget. |
20200203T163811 100th Anniversary of the Vocational Rehabilitation ProgramThis year marks the 100th anniversary of the Vocational Rehabilitation Program. President Woodrow Wilson signed the Smith-Fess Act of 1920, also known as the Industrial Rehabilitation Act and referred to as "The National Civilian Vocational Rehabilitation Act," into law June 2, 1920. The OSERS Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA) will be celebrating 100 Years of VR throughout 2020. To that end, they have launched a dedicated webpage to house anniversary content. |
20220502T100329 Asian Pacific American Heritage Month 2022May is Asian Pacific American Heritage Month. Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders have a rich heritage thousands of years old and have both shaped the history of the United States and had their lives dramatically influenced by moments in its history. |
20200612T131508 Custom E-Mail AlertsWorkforceGPS has implemented a new way for you to stay up to date about the content you care about by allowing you to create a customized email alert. You will now have the ability to tailor emails from across WorkforceGPS and this Community by specific filters. Check out this video which describes this new feature and how you can set it up! |
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20200814T105429 Workforce System Strategies Staff PicksCheck out the six new Staff Picks from the Workforce System Strategies community! The six reports and resources highlight outcomes and findings from studies on industry-recognized credentials, STEM programs, effective workforce program partnerships, strategies for non-traditional occupations, and the long-term evaluation of a successful healthcare training program. |
20200604T080150 19th Amendment 100th AnniversaryThis year 2020 marks the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment: 100 years of women voting. Passed by Congress June 4, 1919, and ratified on August 18, 1920, the 19th amendment granted women the right to vote. |
20200612T131533 Create A Custom Email AlertThis video will walk you through the steps of creating a custom email alert. |
20200123T130501 Martin Luther King, JrThe Martin Luther King Jr. holiday on Jan. 20, 2020, marks the 25th anniversary of the day of service that celebrates the Civil Rights leader’s life and legacy. |
20200513T135242 New Start Career NetworkNew Start Career Network provides older (ages 45+), long-term unemployed New Jersey job seekers with access to free, personalized career services, including web-based information resources and in-person and virtual career coaching. |
20200910T084845 Helping Consumers Claim the Economic Impact Payment: A guide for intermediary organizationsDid you know millions of people have not yet received their Economic Impact Payments? Can you help these individuals access their $1200 before October 15? Use this guide created by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) to help individuals submit their information to the IRS by October 15, 2020 so they can get their funds this year! |
20220422T141648 April is National Autism Awareness MonthApril is National Autism Awareness Month. Within the range of the Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), one person may have a high level of intelligence but not have the basic social skills required to navigate everyday life while another person may have delayed learning of language skills. ASD affects each individual differently with a range of symptoms occurring at varying intensities from mild to severe in relation to social and communication skills. |
20200203T163835 National African American History MonthFebruary is African American History Month The Library of Congress, National Archives and Records Administration, National Endowment for the Humanities, National Gallery of Art, National Park Service, Smithsonian Institution and United States Holocaust Memorial Museum join in paying tribute to the generations of African Americans who struggled with adversity to achieve full citizenship in American society. |
20200227T153512 Women's History MonthLearn about the origin of this national celebration by checking out https://womenshistorymonth.gov/. This year we will also be recognizing the centennial of the Nineteenth Amendment and the culmination of the women’s suffrage movement in the United States. For more information about the Women’s Suffrage Movement, click here. |
20210920T072501 National Recovery MonthNational Recovery Month is a national observance held every September to educate Americans that substance use treatment and mental health services can enable those with mental and substance use disorders to live healthy and rewarding lives. Now in its 31st year, Recovery Month celebrates the gains made by those living in recovery. WorforceGPS’ Resources to Assist in Fighting the Opioid Epidemic has been updated with new recovery resources and tools. |
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20200618T162816 Release 3.0 of the PIRL Reporting Online ResourceThe Office of Policy Development and Research (OPDR) team is pleased to share with you Release 3.0 of the PIRL Reporting Online Resource. This latest version was just posted, and we encourage you to take a look! |
20171024T091107 Collection Spotlight: Veterans’ PriorityThis month, the WorkforceGPS Team would like to introduce you to Veterans’ Priority, a centralized collection of information for Veterans’ programs, policies, and initiatives which primarily effect the Wagner-Peyser and Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) employment and training programs. |
20171027T125107 Abridged Version of Universal Design Webinar Now AvailableLast spring, in March of 2017, the Innovation and Opportunity Network (ION) hosted a WIOA Wednesday on universal design and taking a customer-centered approach in the American Job Center. Although you can always access the event’s recording, the WorkforceGPS Team understands you might not have an hour to dedicate to watching it. That’s why we have created an abridged version that’s less than three minutes long, as well as an executive summary of the full event. |
20171018T075407 WorkforceGPS Is Taking Your Relationship to the Next Level; Chat (Beta Version) Now Available!We know you’ve been in love with WorkforceGPS for a while now, and things are getting pretty serious. That’s why we’re taking things to the next level and introducing you to Chat. |
20171004T113555 WorkforceGPS Welcomes H-1B Strengthening Working Families Initiative (SWFI) Community of PracticeWorkforceGPS is proud to announce that a new Community of Practice (CoP), specifically for H-1B Strengthening Working Families Initiative (SWFI) grantees, is now available. |
20200612T131628 Update Your Member ProfileAn up-to-date Member Profile on WorkforceGPS is the first step in connecting with your colleagues as it enables your peers to find you in the Member Directory. If you haven’t updated your WorkforceGPS Member Profile recently, check out our latest tutorial on how to do it, then visit your Member Profile and ensure your information is current, so you don’t miss a thing! |
20170822T124920 Community of Practice Spotlight: Older WorkersThis month, the WorkforceGPS Team would like to introduce you to the Older Workers Community of Practice (CoP). This CoP offers an online hub to share resources, news, and emerging practices about the Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP), which provides on-the-job skills training to individuals 55 or older with limited financial resources. |
20180111T122014 WorkforceGPS Welcomes Customer Centered Design Community of PracticeThe WorkforceGPS Team is proud to announce that a new Community of Practice (CoP) focused on Customer Centered Design (CCD) is now available. |
20171221T123637 Community of Practice Spotlight: H-1B Strengthening Working Families InitiativeThis month, the WorkforceGPS Team would like to introduce you to H-1B Strengthening Working Families Initiative (SWFI) Community of Practice. |
20170926T103632 Community of Practice Spotlight: Disability and EmploymentThis month, the WorkforceGPS Team would like to introduce you to the Disability and Employment Community of Practice (CoP), an online learning destination for public workforce system staff and partners, jobseekers, community-based organizations, grantees, and businesses that provide services and programs to people with disabilities and/or other challenges to employment. |
20180102T151524 WorkforceGPS Welcomes H-1B America’s Promise Community of PracticeWorkforceGPS is proud to announce that a new Community of Practice (CoP), specifically for H-1B America’s Promise grantees, is now available. |
20171002T094841 October 2017: National Disability Employment Awareness MonthOctober is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). |
20170831T084356 Happy Labor Day from the WorkforceGPS TeamCelebrated annually the first Monday in September, Labor Day is a national holiday that pays tribute to the workers who have contributed to the social and economic well-being of America and its people. |
20170920T104334 Celebrate NEOWW! It’s National Employ Older Workers WeekThis week, September 24th – 30th, 2017 is National Employ Older Workers Week (NEOWW). During the last full week of September, NEOWW annually recognizes the vital role of older workers in the workforce and aims to increase awareness of this segment of workers and develop innovative strategies to utilize it. |
20170612T114832 2017 WIOA National Convenings Toolkit ReleasedFollowing the 2017 WIOA National Convenings, the WorkforceGPS Team has compiled additional related technical assistance materials and resources, including relevant webinars, policy guidance and toolkits, and organized them by the six convening tracks, as well as a section for the special sessions on civil rights. |
20170425T075926 2017 WIOA National Covenings Resources AvailableThis spring, the U.S. Department of Labor, in collaboration with its Education and Health and Human Services partners, will host three national convenings. These convenings will continue to support WIOA implementation, building upon the regulations and guidance, virtual training, and resources already available to the system. |
20210507T173016 Community of Practice Spotlight: ApprenticeshipNational Apprenticeship Week celebrates apprenticeship as a proven talent development strategy helping to close the skills gap in the U.S. As interest in apprenticeship continues to build, the WorkforceGPS Team wants to make sure you know that the ApprenticeshipUSA Community of Practice (CoP) is available to help you turn interest into new apprenticeship opportunities. |
20171108T101158 National Apprenticeship Week: November 13 - 19, 2017Mark your calendars! Next week— November 13 - 19, 2017—is the third annual National Apprenticeship Week (NAW). |
20170629T081256 Community of Practice Spotlight: Youth Summer JobsWith summer officially underway, the WorkforceGPS Team wants to take a moment to highlight one of our newest Communities of Practice: Youth Summer Jobs. |
20171115T123520 New WorkforceGPS Collection: Performance ReportingWorkforceGPS is proud to announce the release of its latest collection, Performance Reporting. This is a centralized collection of information for Performance Reporting-related policies and resources for the U.S. Department of Labor’s Employment and Training Administration’s (ETA) employment and training programs. |
20170801T115327 AJC Customer Flow Scenarios Now AvailableMany states and local areas have expressed a need for tools that help American Job Centers (AJCs) coordinate staff and partners to work collaboratively across programs. This newly released tool features five illustrated stories that represent scenarios of customer experiences and the guidance an AJC staff member might provide. These stories demonstrate the characteristics of a high-quality one-stop center, as described in TEGL 04-15. To view this resource, click here. |
20170725T115919 Collection Spotlight: LMI CentralThis month, the WorkforceGPS Team would like to introduce you to LMI Central, a portal to innovative and relevant sources of workforce and labor market information for data-driven planning. The Labor Market Information (LMI) Central collection (or LMI Central for short) provides a diverse palette of LMI resources to assist you in "painting a picture" of your labor market and to help you improve your employment and training programs and policies. |
20170718T095728 WorkforceGPS Welcomes H-1B TechHire Community of PracticeWorkforceGPS is proud to announce that a new Community of Practice (CoP), specifically for H-1B TechHire grantees, is now available. The H-1B funded TechHire grant program is a key component of the TechHire Initiative, a bold multi-sector effort that provides American workers with critical information technology skills for today’s high-growth careers. |
20231208T124524 National Miners DayEach year on December 6, we celebrate National Miners Day to recognize the skill, dedication, and hard work miners put into providing many of the products essential to fulfilling America's most vital needs. |
20231023T131020 Second Annual Disability Owned ConveningThe Small Business Hub at National Disability Institute (NDI) will hold the Second Annual Disability Owned Convening, a national and virtual event taking place on October 31, November 1 and 2, 2023. Building on the success of last year’s inaugural convening, this event will bring together entrepreneurs and small business owners with disabilities, entrepreneurial support organizations, policymakers, financial institutions, and disability advocates from across the country. |
20240724T152257 Farmworker Appreciation DayFarmworker Appreciation Day, celebrated on August 6th, aims to raise awareness about the importance of the nation’s agricultural workers. |
20231129T105417 Geospatial Technology Competency Model UpdateThe U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) Competency Model Clearinghouse has released a newly updated Geospatial Technology Competency Model which provides a redefined competency framework outlining cross-cutting and sector specific competencies and skills needed by professionals along with the latest industry and related links. |
20231103T145711 National Apprenticeship Week 2023National Apprenticeship Week (NAW) is November 13-19, 2023. NAW is a nationwide celebration where employers, industry associations, labor organizations, community-based organizations, workforce partners, education providers, and government leaders host events to showcase the successes of Registered Apprenticeship. Apprenticeships are instrumental in re-building our economy, advancing racial and gender equity, building a pipeline to good quality jobs, and supporting underserved communities. |
20231128T134643 $98M in YouthBuild Funding Available for Delivery of Pre-apprenticeships in High-demand IndustriesThe U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has announced the availability of $98 million in YouthBuild funding to support the delivery of pre-apprenticeships in high-demand industries including construction, healthcare, information technology and hospitality. |
20231108T165057 Cybersecurity Apprenticeship Programs that Incorporate an Academic DegreeThe National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) will host a conversation about innovative apprenticeship models for community college and university students to complete their degrees while simultaneously beginning their cybersecurity careers in an upcoming National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education (NICE) Webinar. |
20240111T130009 Coalition on Adult Basic Education (COABE) 2024 National ConferenceThe COABE National Conference is the signature professional development event for the field of adult education. The 2024 hybrid conference will be held March 17-20, 2024, in Nashville, TN. In person, completely virtual, and a mix of both are available to all participants! Attendees will have access to 400+ sessions, networking events, and over 100 vendor booths. Virtual sessions will be available for up to 6 months after the event goes live. |
20231013T084018 Advanced Manufacturing Apprenticeship SprintThe Biden-Harris Investing in America Agenda, which includes the American Rescue Plan, the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the CHIPS and Science Act, and the Inflation Reduction Act, is driving a resurgence in manufacturing, construction, and clean energy industries nationwide. These investments offer opportunities for all Americans, regardless of their educational background, to access high-quality training and education. |
20240705T145919 Celebrating Disability Pride Month and Building Inclusive WorkplacesEach July, we celebrate Disability Pride Month, a time to recognize the contributions and achievements of people with disabilities and advocate for a more inclusive world. Workforce development professionals play a critical role in ensuring people with disabilities have the opportunity to develop skills, access meaningful employment, and achieve their career goals. |
20240613T094055 Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Awareness MonthThere are currently about 12 million people in the United States living with Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Although often associated with combat veterans, PTSD is a mental health condition that can impact any person of any age after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. Such traumatic events might include military combat, sexual or physical violence, natural disasters, or severe accidents. |
20240701T165445 Independence DayWorkforceGPS joins America’s public workforce system in celebrating the birth of our nation on July 4th. On Independence Day, we pay tribute to the determination and spirit of the people of the United States-- the driving force behind our country’s progress. We honor the hardworking people, past and present, who have contributed tirelessly to the growth and success of the nation. |
20230622T132230 Registered Apprenticeship AcademyThe U.S. Department of Labor Employment and Training Administration Office of Apprenticeship is excited to announce the creation of the Registered Apprenticeship Academy, which aims to provide top-notch information, training, and resources to all those involved around the work of Registered Apprenticeship. |
20231208T152109 Making Artificial Intelligence Work for Workers - Listening SessionsOn Oct. 30, President Biden issued a landmark Executive Order on the Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy Development and Use of Artificial Intelligence. This executive order advances the Biden-Harris administration’s comprehensive strategy for governing the development and use of artificial intelligence (AI) safely and responsibly. |
20231206T163644 $2 Billion Funding Opportunity - Environmental and Climate Justice Climate Change ProgramThe Environmental Protection Agency has announced the availability of $2 Billion under the Environmental and Climate Justice Climate Change program created under the Inflation Reduction Act. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until November 21, 2024. |
20240607T150912 Pride Month: Supporting the Success of LGBTQ+ Individuals in the WorkforceFor decades, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and other sexual and gender-diverse communities (LGBTQI+) have fought for opportunities in the workforce and in society. |
20230821T182345 Women's Equality DayWomen’s Equality Day is celebrated on August 26th and affirms the importance of ensuring equity and opportunity for women throughout the United States. On this day in 1920, Congress signed the 19th Amendment into law, which granted American women the right to vote. Women’s Equality Day reminds us of the hurdles overcome by the heroic women who faced violence and discrimination in their efforts to advance the Women's Movement continuously. |
20231213T134851 Food and Beverage Service Competency Model UpdateThe Department of Labor’s (U.S. DOL) Competency Model Clearinghouse has released a newly updated Food and Beverage Service Competency Model based on a review of training standards, feedback from employers, and in-depth interviews with subject matter experts resulting in the addition of new content and overall streamlining of the model. |
20230914T093852 American Business Women's DayAmerican Business Women's Day, September 22nd, recognizes the many business women who make significant contributions to our nation's economy across a multitude of industry sectors. |
20231221T155905 Revitalizing America's Manufacturing WorkforceManufacturingUSA has announced the publication of Revitalizing America’s Manufacturing Workforce: A Manufacturing USA Education and Workforce Development Roadmap. |
20231221T142037 Poverty in America Awareness MonthJanuary is Poverty in America Awareness Month, a month-long initiative to raise awareness and call attention to the growth of poverty. In the United States, the official poverty rate is 11.6 percent of the population, with 37.9 million people in poverty. Many of these Americans live without hope for a better future or access to good, family-supporting jobs. |
20240518T080816 Whole of Government Awardee Briefing on NSF Engines ProgramExternal Event: This event is hosted by the National Science Foundation (NSF) and their agency partners from the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), U.S. Department of Energy, the U.S. Small Business Administration, the U.S. Department of Commerce. Please join the NSF, the U.S. DOL, and their agency partners on May 30, 2024, 1:00-2:00 PM ET for a briefing on the National Science Foundation Regional Innovation Engines (NSF Engines) program. |
20240520T123029 New Community: Critical Sectors Job Quality Grant ProgramWorkforceGPS recently launched the new Critical Sectors Job Quality Grant community of practice. The Employment and Training Administration allocated $16 million in grants to organizations across 12 states to support projects aimed at enhancing job quality and expanding employment opportunities in the care, climate resiliency, and hospitality sectors. The program encourages recipients to develop initiatives that align with the Good Jobs Principles set by the Department of Labor and Commerce. |
20240409T151843 New Community: Nursing Expansion Grant ProgramWorkforceGPS recently launched the new Nursing Expansion Grant Program community of practice. This program will increase the number of nursing instructors and educators, and will support creating equitable opportunities for frontline healthcare professionals to advance on a career pathway better suited to meeting our nation's need for critical care today and for years to come. |
20240530T071118 New EPA Brownfields Job Training Grant OpportunityThe U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Office of Brownfields and Land Revitalization (OBLR) has announced a new funding opportunity for the Brownfields Job Training program. Funded by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, this program aims to recruit, train, and retain a local skilled workforce, prioritizing unemployed and under-employed residents for careers in hazardous and solid waste management and other environmental fields. |
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20240419T063828 USDA to Invest $49.5 Million in Education and Workforce Development ProgramsThe U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) has $49,500,000 to invest in the Agriculture and Food Research Initiative's (AFRI) Education and Workforce Development program. |
20240318T141137 Mega Construction Project Program Fosters Equal Opportunity on Large Federal Construction ProjectsThe Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) Mega Construction Project (Megaproject) Program fosters equal opportunity in the construction trades workforce of federal contractors and subcontractors on large federal construction projects. Projects eligible for designation as Megaprojects are valued at $35 million or more in funding, some part of which must be federal funding, and are expected to last for at least one year. |
20240617T184611 National Immigrant Heritage MonthJune is National Immigrant Heritage Month, a time to recognize the significant contributions immigrants make to the cultural and economic fabric of the United States. This observance honors the diverse backgrounds and rich histories of individuals and families who have come to the United States, bringing with them unique traditions, perspectives, and innovations. |
20240701T064502 Celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)Each October, during National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), we celebrate the contributions of workers with disabilities and recommit to creating an inclusive workforce. The theme for NDEAM 2024, “Access to Good Jobs for All,” underscores the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) emphasis on equal opportunities for good jobs. |
20240816T151242 Welcome to the Community Projects CommunityThe Community Projects community serves as a central resource for organizations receiving Community Projects/Congressionally-Directed grant funds. These grants, authorized under Section 169(c) of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), empower organizations to carry out demonstration and pilot projects that directly provide employment and training services or develop workforce programs that address critical workforce development needs in their communities. |
20240607T150801 Caribbean-American Heritage MonthJune marks the celebration of Caribbean American Heritage Month, a time to recognize Caribbean Americans' profound impact on the United States. This month offers an opportunity to celebrate the rich cultural heritage and the outstanding contributions of Caribbean Americans, who have played a vital role in shaping the nation's economic and cultural landscape. |
20240607T152115 New Funding Opportunity: Center for Home-based Child Care ResearchThe U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) have announced a $1,000,000 cooperative agreement to establish a Center for Home-based Child Care (HBCC) Research. This center will focus on supporting and advancing research about HBCC across states, territories, tribes, and local communities. |
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20240624T154057 Stronger Together: Guide to Boost Economic Development Available in English and SpanishUSDA Rural Development and the U.S. Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration have released an updated Stronger Together guide available in both English and Spanish. This guide supports rural communities in developing strategies to enhance local economic development. The guide covers complementary programs in the following investment areas: |
20240806T133228 Funding Opportunity: $45M to Improve Employment for Youth Affected by Violence, PovertyThe U.S. Department of Labor has announced the availability of $45 million in funding to support programs to provide skills training through work-based learning, employment services, educational support and mentorship to young adults, ages 15 to 24, in communities affected by violence, crime and poverty. |
20240806T134243 Funding Opportunity: New Phase of the Good Jobs ChallengeThe Biden-Harris Administration, through the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA), has launched a new phase of funding for the Good Jobs Challenge. This funding opportunity builds on the success of the first round of the Good Jobs Challenge awards, funded by the American Rescue Plan, and this round will invest $25 million into high-quality, locally led workforce training programs that lead to good jobs. |
20240719T142151 Celebrating 60 Years of Job Corps: Building Futures TogetherSince 1964, Job Corps has launched the careers of young people across the country. For 60 years, it has provided free career training in some of the nation’s fastest-growing industries, establishing itself as the largest residential training organization for 16- through 24-year-olds, with over 120 campuses. |
20240731T143738 Discover the ETA Workforce Data HubThe Employment and Training Administration (ETA) Workforce Data Hub is an essential resource for workforce development professionals seeking data and insights to inform decision-making and improve program outcomes. This comprehensive data hub provides access to a wide range of labor market information, performance metrics, and research findings. |
20240520T173830 NASWA Webinar Series: Building Data Literacy for All-Senior Leaders, Policy Makers, & Managers TrackExternal Events: Hosted by NASWA (National Association of State Workforce Agencies). Send all questions/issues to: witsc@naswa.org. Audience: This three-session series of 45-minute webinars targets those who set strategic direction, make decisions that impact data initiatives, and implement data-driven practices. |
20240617T221216 NASWA Webinar Series: Building Data Literacy for All-Frontline Staff TrackExternal Events: Hosted by NASWA (National Association of State Workforce Agencies). Send all questions/issues to:witsc@naswa.org. Audience: This three-session series of 45-minute webinars targets frontline workers who are responsible for collecting data directly from customers. |
20240705T120527 Updated Federal Grant Guidance Will Help Create Good JobsThe U.S. Department of Labor has updated its federal grant guidance to support the creation of high-quality jobs. These changes make it easier for states and local communities to invest in programs that create good jobs and strengthen communities. They emphasize fair wages, safe working conditions, and career advancement opportunities. |
20240730T151320 New Funding Opportunity: YouthBuild Grant ProgramThe U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has announced a competitive Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) for the YouthBuild Grant Program. This program supports organizations that provide pre-apprenticeship services, including education, occupational skills training, and employment services, to opportunity youth aged 16 to 24. YouthBuild participants engage in meaningful work and service in their communities, preparing for various careers and industry sectors, particularly in infrastructure. |
20240725T140957 New Funding Opportunity: Restoration & Enhancement (R&E) Grant ProgramThe U.S. Department of Transportation's (DOT) Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) announced the first round of funding for the Restoration & Enhancement (R&E) Grant Program since it was significantly increased by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. This program aims to revitalize local economies, strengthen rail safety, and modernize the nation's rail network by providing financial assistance for initiating, restoring, or enhancing intercity rail passenger transportation operations. |
20240715T202526 New Funding Opportunity: Reconnecting Communities Pilot ProgramThe Biden-Harris Administration has announced over $600 million in funding for the Reconnecting Communities Pilot (RCP) Program, aimed at reconnecting communities divided by past infrastructure decisions. This initiative, part of the President’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, offers capital construction and community planning grants to support projects such as interstate caps, highway removals, and Main Street revitalizations. |
20240126T152708 Unlocking Workforce Development Excellence: Your Guide to the ETA Grantee Products CommunityThe WorkforceGPS U.S. Department of Labor Employment and Training Administration (ETA) Grantee Products community is a repository of resources offering a wealth of proven tools and best practices, specifically designed to elevate your workforce development initiatives. Whether you seek innovative job training models, foster impactful employer partnerships, or craft effective career pathways, the ETA Grantee Products Community is your comprehensive guide. |
20240715T134928 New Funding Opportunity: Enhancing Technician Education with ATE Program GrantsThe Advanced Technological Education (ATE) program focuses on supporting the education of technicians in high-tech fields, crucial for driving the U.S. economy. This program, targeting two-year Institutions of Higher Education (IHEs), fosters partnerships between academic institutions, industry, and economic development agencies to improve science and engineering technician education. |
20240103T112108 Future of Semiconductors: National Science Foundation Announces Funding OpportunityThe National Science Foundation (NSF) has identified $40,000,000 to invest under its “Future of Semiconductors” account. NSF projects a total of 20 awards. Proposals are due March 14, 2024. |
20240129T170324 Bridging the Language Gap: Resources in Multiple Languages Supporting Workforce SuccessThe WorkforceGPS community is committed to supporting everyone on their journeys towards successful careers, regardless of their language backgrounds. |
20240123T173918 National Association of Workforce Development Professionals (NAWDP) 40th Annual ConferenceJoin NAWDP in commemorating "40 Years of Excellence" at the Annual Conference on May 20-22, 2024 in San Antonio, TX. NAWDP's 40th Annual Conference promises an enriching experience filled with invaluable insights, cutting-edge strategies, and collaborative opportunities. This event brings together thought leaders, professionals and enthusiasts in the field, providing a unique platform to share knowledge, explore emerging trends, and celebrate our collective achievements. |
20240307T170945 Biden-Harris Administration Announces Nearly $200M in Grants to Expand Registered ApprenticeshipsOn February 21, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor (the department) announced the availability of nearly $200 million in grants to continue to support public-private partnerships that expand, diversify and strengthen Registered Apprenticeship. The funding opportunity includes $95 million of competitive grants through the second round of the Apprenticeship Building America Grant Program and $100 million in the second round of State Apprenticeship Expansion Formula Grants. |
20240405T164701 World Autism MonthApril is World Autism Month, a time to stand for a world where autistic people are recognized and have the opportunities they deserve. Despite notable advancements in enhancing access to opportunities for those with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), there remain disparities in employment and income for many affected individuals. |
20230404T153443 New Community: Apprenticeship Building AmericaWorkforceGPS recently launched the Apprenticeship Building America (ABA) community. This community is designed to provide ABA grantees with a place to access important information, guides, and resources designed to support grantees through the entirety of the grant lifecycle and beyond--an arm of the ABA Technical Assistance program, also known as "ABA TA." |
20240401T133046 Second Chance MonthApril is a significant month as it marks Second Chance Month, an opportunity to acknowledge the importance of supporting millions of individuals who are returning from incarceration. |
20230510T155736 WorkforceGPS 7th AnniversaryWorkforceGPS celebrates its 7th Anniversary this month! WorkforceGPS, your online technical assistance website, was launched in 2016 to help build the capacity of America's public workforce investment system. The Employment and Training Administration (ETA) of the U.S. Department of Labor sponsored WorkforceGPS specifically for workforce professionals, educators, ETA grantees, and business leaders. |
20240517T054816 Memorial DayMemorial Day is an opportunity to pay tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country, honoring the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. Organizations across the country, like the USO and the Wounded Warrior Project, provide vital support to those who have served and their loved ones. |
20240430T133318 Mental Health Awareness MonthMay is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to shed light on the importance of mental health and promote ways to improve mental well-being. It was established in 1949 by Mental Health America and began as a week-long event known as Mental Health Week. In 1963, Mental Health America declared May as Mental Health Month, and the event has been held every May since. |
20230203T172758 The Job Quality AcademyThe U.S. Department of Labor’s Job Quality Academy, designed and operated in partnership with Jobs For the Future (JFF) and other national partners, presents a unique opportunity to help the workforce system focus on good jobs for workers. This may be achieved via partnerships that support industry sectors that are challenged in the area of job quality. The Academy seeks to provide teams with the knowledge and expertise to build the principles of a good job into their policies and programs. |
20240229T155333 Women's History MonthWorkforceGPS joins in celebrating the vital role of women in American history during the month of March, Women's History Month. Women's History Month traces its roots to March 8, 1857, when women from various New York City factories protested over poor working conditions. |
20240208T115120 Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month 2024Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month is a public awareness campaign that takes place each February to celebrate CTE programs, the accomplishments of CTE staff and advocates, and the importance of CTE for students of all ages. |
20240305T165739 Gender Equality MonthAdvancing gender equality is a matter of human rights, justice, and fairness. It is also a strategic imperative that reduces poverty, promotes economic growth, and increases access to education and good jobs. |
20230406T183023 New Community: H-1B One Workforce Grant ProgramWorkforceGPS is proud to introduce the new H-1B One Workforce Grant Program community of practice-- an online space that brings together relevant grant-related topics, resources, and information. |
20230406T171122 New Community: Yes, WIOA Can!WorkforceGPS is pleased to announce the Yes, WIOA Can! community, an initiative to pursue bold and innovative actions to strengthen our workforce infrastructure while centering equity in everything we do. |
20230511T163017 Building Pathways to Infrastructure Jobs Grant Program Funding Opportunity AnnouncementThis Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) solicits applications for the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) Building Pathways to Infrastructure Jobs Grant Program. Applications are due July 7, 2023. |
20240501T163952 Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage MonthDuring Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we recognize the numerous contributions and rich culture of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders (AA and NHPIs). AA and NHPIs have long been essential in writing the American story. From serving our country in uniform, advocating for civil rights, starting new businesses, and winning Olympic medals, the AA and NHPI community's contributions touch Americans' lives every day. |
20240430T105424 Labor History MonthLabor History Month: Honoring the Struggles and Achievements of American Workers Labor History Month is an annual observance taking place in the United States during the month of May. The month-long observance aims to recognize and celebrate contributions workers have made to the country and raise awareness about the struggles and achievements of the labor movement throughout history. |
20231129T144524 Improve How You Communicate Unemployment Insurance Statuses to Claimants: Webinar and PlaybookThe U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) held a webinar, American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Unemployment Insurance (UI) Modernization: How to Improve Claim Status Communication, and has published a claim status playbook and coded prototype to help state workforce agencies modernize their UI status tool. |
20230413T161025 New Community: H-1B Rural Healthcare Grant ProgramWorkforceGPS recently launched a community of practice for the H-1B Rural Healthcare Grant Program. This program is designed to alleviate healthcare workforce shortages by creating sustainable employment and training programs in healthcare occupations (including behavioral and mental healthcare) serving rural populations that are scalable and replicable. |
20230412T171203 Earth DayApril 22 is Earth Day. The first Earth Day took place in 1970 and is recognized as the birth of the U.S. environmental movement, spurring political action that led to the creation of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the passage of important environmental protection legislation, including the Clean Air, Clean Water, and Endangered Species Acts. |
20240430T131450 Military Appreciation MonthMilitary Appreciation Month is a time for Americans to come together to honor and recognize the contributions and sacrifices made by United States Armed Forces members. It is a time to show appreciation for the dedication, bravery, and selflessness of those who have served, are currently serving, and those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for their country. |
20240107T230315 National Mentoring MonthEach January, we unite as a community to recognize the dedicated mentors whose wisdom, guidance, and positive examples set new workers on a path to success, and to affirm the value of mentorship in the career trajectory of jobs-seekers and workers in our communities. |
20240131T155716 Celebrating Black History MonthDuring the month of February, WorkforceGPS joins in paying tribute to generations of African Americans who struggled to achieve full citizenship in American society while serving our communities at every level and making advancements in every field. |
20221019T163640 Join the Clearinghouse for Labor Evaluation and Research for Three Events Celebrating 10 YearsThe U.S. Department of Labor’s Chief Evaluation Office is excited to celebrate 10 years of the Clearinghouse for Labor Evaluation and Research (CLEAR). As the Department of Labor’s flagship clearinghouse, CLEAR’s mission is to make labor research more accessible for practitioners, program administrators, policymakers, researchers, and other partners across the labor field. |
20230927T132509 Indigenous Peoples' Day 2023On Indigenous Peoples’ Day, the United States celebrates the invaluable contributions of Indigenous peoples who have built vibrant and diverse cultures across generations. This day, October 8, honors the contributions that Indigenous peoples have made throughout history — in public service, entrepreneurship, scholarship, the arts, and countless other fields — which are integral to our society. |
20221004T110432 National Disability Employment Awareness MonthIn recognition of the essential role people with disabilities play in a diverse and inclusive American workforce, the theme for National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) 2022 will be “Disability: Part of the Equity Equation.” |
20231127T170107 Native American Heritage Month 2023November is National Native American Heritage Month. The U.S. Department of Labor celebrates the diverse culture and heritage of Tribal Nations and Indian people who deeply enrich the quality and character of our country. We also hope to use this month to highlight information that can lead to greater understanding and promote respect and equity. |
20231101T152909 Happy Veterans DayMillions of Americans have taken the oath to defend our nation. We honor their service, dedication, and sacrifice every day, but especially on Veterans Day. |
20220801T073142 50th Anniversary of the National Commission on State Workmen's Compensation LawsOn July 31, 2022, the U.S. Department of Labor recognizes the 50-year legacy of the National Commission on State Workmen’s Compensation Laws – a report that formed the basic structure of the modern workers’ compensation system. The principles of a good job must include workers’ compensation benefits that promote accessibility, safety, and economic security for all workers. |
20230919T101233 National Hispanic Heritage Month 2023National Hispanic American Heritage Month begins on September 15th and is celebrated through October 15th. The Library of Congress, National Archives and Records Administration, National Endowment for the Humanities, National Gallery of Art, National Park Service, Smithsonian Institution and the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum join in paying tribute to the generations of Hispanic Americans who have positively influenced and enriched our nation and society. |
20220912T143223 National Voter Registration DayOn September 20th, National Voter Registration Day will mark its 10th Anniversary. This nonpartisan holiday was first observed in 2012 and has successfully registered 4.7 million voters since its inception. The holiday seeks to create awareness of nonpartisan voter registration opportunities to reach many voters who may not register otherwise. |
20230926T143649 Adult Education and Family Literacy WeekOnce a year, educators from all over the country join together with adult learners, community partners, business leaders, legislators, and friends of adult education to amplify their successes. |
20230922T095007 Manufacturing DayManufacturing Day (MFG Day) falls on the first Friday in October. It is an opportunity to highlight careers in modern manufacturing and recognize the importance of the nation’s manufacturers to our everyday lives. MFG Day also provides an opportunity to promote manufacturing careers to women, veterans, and other populations who have been historically underrepresented in manufacturing. |
20231023T122636 National Disability Employment Awareness Month 2023In recognition of the essential role people with disabilities play in a diverse and inclusive American workforce, the theme for National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) 2023 is “Advancing Access and Equity.” |
20230912T093824 September is National Recovery Month and Suicide Prevention MonthDuring the month of September, WorkforceGPS is focusing on mental health. This theme coincides with the observance of Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). |
20230901T094510 Labor Rights WeekLabor Rights Week, held the week before Labor Day, is a collaboration between the Mexican Embassy, its 52 consulates, the U.S. Department of Labor, and other federal agencies to promote fundamental labor rights. |
20220811T155021 Apprenticeship Ambassadors InitiativeThe Department of Labor selected 207 officials and organizations to serve as the initial cohort of Apprenticeship Ambassadors, who will share their experiences and champion apprenticeship opportunities. |
20220822T073603 Expanding and Formalizing Standards for Registered ApprenticeshipsThis month, the Department of Labor (DOL) marked the 85th anniversary of the National Apprenticeship Act by announcing several initiatives designed to expand Registered Apprenticeships. DOL launched the “ApprenticeshipUSA” brand to establish a shared understanding of the national Registered Apprenticeship system and opened an online dialogue on the future of Registered Apprenticeship. |
20210412T125818 Second Chance MonthSecond Chance Month is a nationwide effort to raise awareness of the obstacles faced by over 70 million Americans with a criminal record and unlock opportunities for them to succeed. |
20190617T150023 WorkforceGPS has had a makeover!By now, we hope you have had a chance to check out the new look for WorkforceGPS. We call it a makeover. |
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20211227T100400 Find and Share Your Favorite ResourcesSave It! We've all had the experience of searching desperately for that useful guide, template, or tutorial you came across last week, month, or year and never finding it again. You won't have that problem on WorkforceGPS! When you're logged in, you can easily save any resource you find particularly helpful to your My Content folder, which you can access anytime from the My WorkforceGPS tab. With the Save function, you can curate your own personal library of WorkforceGPS resources. |
20231017T105453 Become a Core StateODEP is soliciting applications from a team of state government agencies (SGAs) to receive technical assistance through ODEP's National Expansion of Employment Opportunities Network (NEON) initiative. |
20240411T073749 First Youth Apprenticeship Week 2024!The U.S. Department of Labor has announced the first national Youth Apprenticeship Week (YAW), May 5 through May 11, to celebrate the benefits of Registered Apprenticeship (RA) for youth. |
20240418T130717 New Training at the Registered Apprenticeship Academy!Explore the Registered Apprenticeship Academy today to find newly published training on the Davis-Bacon Act and discover recent improvements to the website. |
20240213T080555 Apprenticeship Ambassador InitiativeAnnouncement: Applications for the Third Cohort of Apprenticeship Ambassadors will close on February 29, 2024. If your organization has experience with Registered Apprenticeship and wants to partner with the U.S. Department of Labor to promote, expand, and diversify Registered Apprenticeship, please apply by this deadline. |
20240207T082905 Funding Opportunity: Improving Diversity and Equity in Manufacturing Apprenticeships (IDEA-M)The Challenge |
20240306T103116 Youth Blog from DOL: Federal Youth Apprenticeship PathwayIn its latest youth blog, the Department of Labor (DOL) announced the Employment and Training Administration’s (ETA’s) launch of the first ever Federal Youth Apprentice Pathway. This pilot program will provide career training and experience working in the Offices of Apprenticeship, Workforce Investment, and Job Corps with the opportunity for a permanent federal position after completing the three-year program. |
20240304T171708 Department of Education Publishes Funding OpportunitiesDepartment of Education Publishes Funding Opportunities for (1) Educational Technology for Individuals with Disabilities, (2) Mental Health Service Professional Demonstrations, and (3) School-Based Mental Health Services. |
20230726T230038 Aircraft Pilots Workforce Development Grant ProgramThe Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration has identified $4,500,000 for the Aircraft Pilots Workforce Development Grant Program. The purpose of the program is to attract future aircraft pilots, aerospace engineers, or unmanned aircraft systems operators to the aviation industry throughout the United States. For more information on eligible projects, visit grants.gov for the full solicitation. |