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Workforce Development (General)
The Coalition advocates for a number of workforce development initiatives on the city, state, and federal level.
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Economic Development/Sector-based Strategies
An effective economic development strategy must include a clear committment to workforce development.
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Youth
Youth face unique barriers to employment, and New York City faces a crisis in youth employment.
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Career Ladders
Career ladders set up jobseekers for financial independence by providing them with the experience they need to build a successful career.
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Workforce Investment Act (WIA):
Created in 1998, the Workforce Investment Act (WIA) funds and coordinates the delivery of employment, education, and training programs across the United States.
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Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF):
Created in 1996 from the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act (PRWORA), TANF was designed to "end welfare as we know it" by putting an increased emphasis on employment.
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One-Stop System
The federal Workforce Investment Act mandates that every local area establish a One-Stop System to serve as a "one-stop shop" for job placement, career advisement, job search counseling, and skills training.
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Contracting and Procurement Reform
To provide effective and timely services, service providers need a procurement system that is flexible, efficient and takes into consideration the needs and concerns of service providers.
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Special Populations and Other Issues
Certain populations of unemployed and underemployed workers, such as ex-offenders, the homeless, immigrants, limited English speakers and the mentally and physically disabled, often face additional challenges to obtaining and maintaining a job.
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