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The Strong Sectors, Good Jobs Grant will support the expansion and effectiveness of Colorado’s sector partnership network to better meet talent needs and other industry-identified priorities in the state.

The 2023 Talent Pipeline Report, which examines the current issues impacting talent in all parts of Colorado, will be published on Dec. 15. Register for the virtual launch event.

Under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), the State of Colorado is providing an opportunity for public comment on, and input into the 2024-2027 WIOA Combined State Plan.

The CWDC is offering six technical assistance (TA) modules to provide training and support to our talent development network partners.

The Colorado Workforce Development Council invites you to attend one of our Town Hall Meetings on November 8, 14 or 29, 2023, to discuss Colorado’s updated 2024-2027 Combined State Plan for implementing the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). 

In recognition of the value of non-degree pathways to the workforce, the CWDC and partners released the Quality and In-demand Non-degree Credentials framework.

Employer feedback is critical to ensuring that the CDIP list is made up of quality credentials that align with employer demand. The survey is open through Oct. 17.

A recent talent finance design workshop tasked participants to explore and develop new financial models that could enable more Coloradans—like paraprofessionals—to access education and training that results in employment in high-demand sectors. 

Registration is now open for the 2023 Healthcare Workforce Summit taking place on Oct. 26. Join the CWDC and partners for this no-cost hybrid convening to address healthcare workforce shortages.