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Your Apprenticeship Toolkit: NAWDP Resources for National Apprenticeship Week
Friday, Apr 24, 2026
In honor of National Apprenticeship Week (April 26 - May 2), NAWDP is spotlighting a collection of resources to help workforce professionals deepen their apprenticeship knowledge and strengthen their practice.…
Workforce Leadership Starts with Listening: Why Frontline Insight Matters
Thursday, Apr 09, 2026
Effective workforce systems rely on leadership that connects strategy with real-world practice. By prioritizing strong procurement processes and maintaining open communication with frontline staff, Workforce Development Boards can better understand…
President’s Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Proposal Released
Tuesday, Apr 07, 2026
The President’s FY2027 budget proposal outlines proposed priorities for federal workforce development programs and the U.S. Department of Labor, marking the first step in the congressional appropriations process.
Earn While You Learn: Why Apprenticeships and Learn-and-Earn Pathways Matter for the Workforce System
Wednesday, Apr 01, 2026
Apprenticeships and learn-and-earn pathways are emerging as essential workforce solutions because they allow individuals to build skills, credentials, and careers while earning income, while also helping employers and workforce systems…
Earn Your CWDP Through Registered Apprenticeship
Friday, Jan 09, 2026
A U.S. Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship for Workforce Development Professional now provides a direct pathway to earning the Certified Workforce Development Professional (CWDP). This integrated model blends real-world workforce…
Lorenzo’s Success Story: From Hardship to High-Tech Career
Thursday, Jan 08, 2026
Lorenzo’s journey with the KEYS Program highlights how resilience, family motivation, and targeted support can transform challenges into opportunity, leading him to secure full-time employment in IT while pursuing advanced…
Leading Through Uncertainty: Lessons from the Frontlines
Friday, Dec 05, 2025
Donna Hay’s session at the NAWDP Youth Symposium highlighted how strong leadership in uncertain times is grounded in steady communication, thoughtful decision-making, and forward momentum. Through real-world examples and practical…
Growing Homegrown Healthcare Talent in Rural North Carolina
Friday, Dec 05, 2025
Roanoke Chowan Community Health Center is strengthening the rural healthcare workforce by connecting students and employees to paid internships, apprenticeships, and hands-on training that lead to long-term careers in their…
From Struggle to Success: Maurice’s Journey to Earning a GED and Launching a Career
Tuesday, Dec 02, 2025
At just 17, Maurice faced challenges in traditional schools that left him uncertain about his future. With guidance from a dedicated youth programs case manager, he bypassed remedial coursework, earned…
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