JOTF
Monique shared an overview of JOTF’s programming, values, and mission. Strategies are policy and advocacy, research, and programming.
Christopher shared about JOTF’s extensive policy work and their advocacy work in Annapolis as well as their 2023 policy priorities.
Launched a new construction training program–Better You Construction Training program, will be the overarching training program. Partnering with Cara Collective in Chicago to reimagine what the new workforce development program will be.
May 2020 launched Community Bail Fund
Lisa asked what could be done about predatory training programs.
B&O Railroad Museum Training Program
B&O Museum has a very big footprint, as a result of actively listening to the community about how the museum can support the community workforce development identified as a need. Have started a program with CCBC on a skilled trades training program.
Program focuses on construction, facilities maintenance, rail track maintenance
Able to pay students $15 for 40 hours a week for six months, training done on B&O’s campus
Provides certifications and wrap around services through CCBC
Deliberately keep the cohort small to be sure to be able to support all participants
CCBC evaluates prior trade experience, no background issues or issues with education level in admittance to the program.
Currently in the recruitment stage for the next cohort.
Childcare Resources
BCCRC shared a presentation on helping families get connected with childcare and also provides help with starting up family childcare businesses. Looking to launch training program this month.
Workforce Wednesday/SWP Updates
Rachel will be moving to a part time remote role, looking for staffing support for Workforce Wednesdays. Talk to Lisa for more information if interested!
Raising the Bar Conference and Other Professional Learning Opportunities
Lisa asked about the Raising the Bar Conference–would like the group to discuss other professional learning opportunities in workforce development to share with the group.
Announcements
UMMC Return Strong Hiring and Expungement Event Upcoming 9/27
Bon Secours hiring a case manager for workforce development
MOED and MagPartners
