Blog Post

Now Is the Time for a New Approach to Financing Talent

We are in a new economy that competes on talent, yet the talent financing and development systems we rely on were built for a different era and economy. This has left many Coloradans unable to access the training and education that lead to in-demand jobs, and many Colorado employers struggling to find talent.

The CWDC is offering a series of virtual workshops on Talent Finance tools—which use public-private partnerships and align incentives so that more Coloradans can access workforce training—that address inequities in Colorado’s labor market.

High-need, High-demand Skills Developed through Postsecondary and Work-based Learning Experiences

Experiences acquired through postsecondary education and work-based learning allow learners and workers to develop abilities that are often not constrained to one specific occupation.

My Apprenticeship Experience

Kwizi Ndogole, Project Coordinator Apprentice, shares her experience working at the CWDC as a project coordinator on the career pathways team.

San Luis Valley Successfully Re-launches Healthcare Sector Partnership

The San Luis Valley Healthcare Partnership (SLVHSP) began in 2015, and includes the counties of Saguache, Mineral, Rio Grande, Conejos, Alamosa, and Costilla.

2024 Sector Partnership Network Community of Practice Schedule

Announcing the schedule for 2024 community of practice calls for the sector partnership network.

Exploring the Impact of Stimulus-funded Programs

Unveiling the State Local Fiscal Recovery Funds Stakeholder Quarterly Report

The CWDC is pleased to unveil the Second Quarter of the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF) Stakeholders Report that will update you on the performance of grants funded by the CWDC and highlight the impact and utilization of fiscal recovery funds within our state.

Feb. 6 State Youth Council Meeting Reflections - Quantum Disruption

CWDC Administrative Assistant Katalina Garcia shares her perspective on the Quantum disruption.

Career Coaching Collaborative Connects and Empowers Young Adult to Learn and Earn Work Opportunities With Mile High Youth Corps

With the help of a career coach, Aaron* came to the Mile High Youth Corps (MHYC) program in October 2023 to engage in a work-based learning program that connects young adults ages 18 - 24 to learn and earn opportunities. It was there where he found a passion for conservation-based work focused on environmental improvements to public lands.

Reflections on the CWDC’s January 2024 Council Meeting

Last month CWDC members, guests, and staff gathered in Centennial for the January Council meeting to collaborate, experience interactive tours, and engage in networking discussions and presentations surrounding workforce initiatives.

South Central Early Childhood Sector Partnership Launches Apprenticeship Program

In a significant stride to address child care challenges in Fremont, Lake, Chafee and Custer Counties, the South Central Early Childhood Sector Partnership (SCECSP) is unveiling a groundbreaking Apprenticeship program.