Workforce

New model of industry-education partnership paying dividends in Los Angeles
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Reskilling in partnership with employers to fill better paying, middle-skill jobs must be a post-pandemic priority

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Teacher inspires students through real-world projects and cutting-edge tech
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Ventura County teacher uses 3D printers, lasers and other tools to reach students in his STEM classes

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More than an internship, Fresno program closing the local gap in career pipeline for young people
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Career Nexus involves industry, soft-skills training, coaching and more to build a “farm team” for region’s employers

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Report: How Investing in Early Childhood Education Helps the Economy 
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California’s early childhood workforce faces low wages and few pathways for career development

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Dr. Alma Salazar awarded 2020 Regional Steward Leader Award
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L.A. regional leader left her mark on California workforce development and was dedicated to the marginalized, underserved, and undocumented

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San Luis Obispo apprenticeship program earns praise and a Summit workforce award
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Partnership helps close skills gaps in tech and advanced manufacturing while helping residents earn enough to stay in their communities

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Student-led nonprofit to win workforce award at California Economic Summit
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STEM program pivoted to manufacturing PPE supplies during the COVID-19 outbreak

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Year Up program earns top Summit workforce award
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Intensive Bay Area training program bridges opportunity gap and fills workforce gaps

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Three California Public Private Partnerships Take Top Honors in 2020 PIE Contest
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Read about the winning partnerships in the 2020 PIE Contest highlighting California partnerships training the next generation workforce

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