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Local Workforce Boards are charged with coordinating their local plans with their state’s workforce goals. The implementation of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) created changes to the responsibilities and structure of these...

In the past few years, sector strategies have gained traction in the United States’ labor market. Some policy makers and practitioners have adopted these strategies to better meet the needs of both workers and employers. The WSS resources...

Why do so many older Americans work past retirement age? Can they not afford to retire or do other factors explain their continued participation in the workforce? To further discussions about policy proposals and program expansions, with the...

What can public workforce system service providers do to encourage women, and other underrepresented populations, to take advantage of the many employment opportunities with family-sustaining wages often afforded through registered apprenticeships?

National Apprenticeship Week 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.

Three resources in Workforce System Strategies (WSS) highlight effective and promising initiatives designed to support individuals with specific challenges to employment. Learn more about individual placement and supports that help increase...

Four resources from Workforce System Strategies (WSS) highlight approaches for employers to promote and implement inclusive employment practices. Learn more about how community-based organizations can implement career bridge programs, the use and...

Apprenticeships provide individuals with on-the-job training and contextualized learning. For over 80 years, US DOL has overseen the Registered Apprenticeship (RA) system, in partnership with State Apprenticeship Agencies. Today there are about...

Advanced manufacturing plays a vital role in the current and future economic prosperity of the United States. To support community colleges in the development of industry-aligned training programs in manufacturing and other industries, USDOL...

Effective workforce development programs can help meet the needs of participants and employers. However, the delivery of such programs requires thoughtful planning and implementation. These resources discuss how research results and accountability...