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National Association of Workforce Development Professionals Launches Redesigned Website to Enhance Member Experience
Friday, Aug 29, 2025
NAWDP launched a redesigned website to better serve workforce professionals. The updated site includes a sortable news section, career development tools, legislative updates, new certification pages, and improved event listings.…
NAWDP Serves as Partner in National Institute for Work and Learning (NIWL) Apprenticeships
Thursday, Apr 17, 2025
NAWDP partners with FHI 360’s NIWL to expand apprenticeships in the care economy. Through programs like YDPA, they’re building skilled talent pipelines and advancing workforce solutions nationwide.
Addressing the CT Technologist Shortage: AdventHealth Crossbones CT Program Creates New Career Pathways
Tuesday, Apr 01, 2025
AdventHealth’s Crossbones CT program trains X-ray and nuclear techs to become CT Technologists in 12 weeks—paid, full-time, and tuition-free. Launched in West Florida, it's expanding to meet demand across regions.…
National Association of Workforce Development Professionals Announces Newly Elected Board Members
Tuesday, Apr 01, 2025
NAWDP announces newly elected Regional Directors to its Board, effective July 1, 2025. Leaders from six regions will help guide NAWDP’s strategic vision. View the full list of incoming board…
Northwestern Medicine Receives National Employer of the Year Award
Friday, Feb 21, 2025
Northwestern Medicine is NAWDP’s 2025 Employer of the Year! Honored for its impactful workforce partnerships and inclusive hiring efforts, NM has placed 100+ residents in healthcare careers through its work…
Team Oregon Build Receives National Program of the Year Award
Friday, Feb 21, 2025
Congratulations to Team Oregon Build, NAWDP’s 2025 Workforce Program of the Year! This hands-on learning initiative has empowered 5,000+ Oregon students with trade skills while tackling real-world challenges like housing…
Bridget Back Receives National Workforce Professional of the Year Award
Friday, Feb 21, 2025
NAWDP is pleased to announce Bridget Back as the 2025 Workforce Professional of the Year. Her exemplary leadership at EKCEP has advanced workforce initiatives and strengthened economic opportunities throughout the…
Manuel Ugues Receives National H.G. Weisman Award
Friday, Feb 21, 2025
NAWDP proudly announces Manuel Ugues as the 2025 H.G. Weisman Award recipient for his outstanding service to NAWDP and the workforce development field. Ugues leads SERCO of Texas and serves…
Craig Schmidt and Latonya English Elected to the NAWDP Board of Directors
Wednesday, Dec 04, 2024
Meet NAWDP’s newest board members! Craig Schmidt (IL) and Latonya English (VA) bring fresh insights and decades of experience to the board. Learn how they’re shaping the future of workforce…
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