In observance of Columbus Day, the NAWDP offices will be closed on Monday, October 14. We will resume regular business hours on Tuesday, October 15. www.nawdp.org
National Association of Workforce Development Professionals (NAWDP)
Non-profit Organizations
West Plains, MO 10,169 followers
Connect, Advance, Innovate
About us
NAWDP provides professional development, resources, and certification credibility to individuals seeking to successfully compete and thrive in a workforce development career and become leaders in their field. Our Mission We enrich the workforce development community by connecting and advancing workforce professionals and through building innovative partnerships. Our Vision We are the leading advocate for workforce development professionals. Values Build relationships and connections Challenge and collaborate for advancement Embrace and drive change Inspire thought leadership and innovation Believe service is everything NAWDP is the leading advocate for workforce development professionals through our focus on our three brand pillars: connect, advance, and innovate. NAWDP members are drawn from: workforce investment boards; America’s Job Centers; community and career colleges; military bases; youth employment programs; corporations; faith and community-based organizations; and more. NAWDP members work directly with businesses and corporations, adult job seekers, youth, and priority populations. Priority populations include ex-offenders, migrant farm workers, senior citizens, individuals with disabilities, military veterans, the homeless, and others who experience barriers to employment.
- Website
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http://www.nawdp.org
External link for National Association of Workforce Development Professionals (NAWDP)
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- West Plains, MO
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1984
- Specialties
- Workforce Development, Human Resources, Advocacy and Outreach, Diversity & Inclusion, WIOA Compliance, Leadership Development, Professional Development, Certification, Workforce Resources, workforce partnerships, career and technical education, economic development, and Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act
Locations
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Primary
408 Washington Avenue
West Plains, MO 65775, US
Employees at National Association of Workforce Development Professionals (NAWDP)
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Maryann Lawrence
CEO PowerNotes LLC
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Jose Raul Reyes Gonzalez
Director of Workforce Development & Latinx Community Services Management BSBA, CWDP, Spanish / English
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David Barch, CWDP
Director of Vendor Relations and Special Projects at National Association of Workforce Development Professionals (NAWDP)
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Kimberly Meadows, MBA, CWDP
Training Director
Updates
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A huge THANK YOU to everyone who visited us at the NCWorks Partnership Conference! It was an amazing experience connecting with so many passionate professionals committed to workforce development. Your energy and dedication inspire us! To those who couldn't join us due to Hurricane Helene, our hearts are with you. Stay safe, and know that you're in our thoughts. We hope to see you soon at future events. www.nawdp.org #NAWDPOnTheMove #WorkforceDevelopment #NAWDP
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Join us at the 25th Annual NAWDP Youth Symposium in Phoenix on November 18-20! Session Highlight: Breaking Barriers: Inclusive Design and Youth Engagement Learn how inclusive design can give youth a meaningful voice in education and workforce programs! This session will provide you with: ✅ Practical strategies to make programs accessible, diverse, and engaging ✅ Actionable tools and frameworks to implement in your youth programs Check out this video by presenter Precious Jewell to see how inclusive design can transform youth engagement! Register today: https://lnkd.in/gYc2jgED #YS2024 #InclusiveDesign #YouthEngagement #EmpoweringYouth #WorkforceDevelopment
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The Member Spotlight for NAWDP's Advantage Newsletter is Vanessa Arenas (Vanessa A.)! Arenas has served as an Employment Specialist at La Casa de Esperanza in Waukesha, Wisconsin, for the past 10 years. As an Employment Specialist, she assists community members in their job search efforts and supports companies in identifying qualified candidates for their employment needs. NAWDP members can read about Arenas and her impact in the members-only NAWDP Advantage newsletter. www.nawdp.org #MemberSpotlight #WorkforceDevelopment #NAWDP
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The theme for National Disability Employment Awareness Month (#NDEAM) 2024 is “Access to Good Jobs for All.” Learn more in this announcement from Assistant Secretary of Labor for Disability Employment Policy Taryn M. Williams. https://lnkd.in/gSxrX5Sf
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Have you listened to the first episode of "Workforce on the Mic - Presented by NAWDP"? In our very first episode, we’re asking, "Are You a Workforce Development Professional?" Join us as we dive into the heart of what it means to be part of this impactful community. This episode features special guest Napoleon Bracy, Alabama House of Representatives, who reminds us, "It starts with us." Let's put our commitment into action, work together, and hold each other accountable to create lasting change. Listen to the full episode: https://ow.ly/hXSU50TG87t Subscribe at Spotify (https://ow.ly/ohEs50TG87G) or Apple Podcasts (https://ow.ly/156150TG87v) so you don't miss an episode! #WorkforceOnTheMic #NAWDP #WorkforceDevelopment
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NAWDP has confirmed the candidates for the special election to the Board of Directors for the states of Illinois and Virginia. Find out more about the candidates at: https://ow.ly/SV6x50TBLls Voting by eligible NAWDP members will begin November 1. #NAWDPBoard #WorkforceDevelopment
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The deadline to register for the 25th Annual NAWDP Youth Symposium closes in one month! Don't miss your chance to join us and more than 900 workforce development professionals as we celebrate "25 Years of Advancing Youth". Want to know what to expect? Networking with other workforce professionals who serve youth, sharing or learning from others' best practices, create partnerships with other organizations, and learn about innovative programs and potential solutions to issues in your area. Save your seat today at https://lnkd.in/gYc2jgED #YS2024 #AdvancingYouth #YouthWorkforceConference #WorkforceDevelopment #NAWDP
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Did you miss September's 30 Minutes of Excellence session? We've got you covered! View the recording on NAWDP's YouTube channel at your convenience: https://lnkd.in/ggc9BkfS In this session Trent Griffin-Braaf talks about how to build a resilient and dedicated workforce by hiring and upskilling returning citizens. Discover the benefits, challenges, incentives, and strategies for creating a supportive workplace culture that will help any business become an employer of choice! Don't forget to subscribe to keep up-to-date on all of NAWDP's free training! www.nawdp.org #ReturningCitizens #Upskilling #WorkforceDevelopment #NAWDP
Roadmap to Success™: Building a Workforce with Returning Citizens
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Session Highlight: Enhancing Workforce Development: Utilizing the Colorado Restaurant Foundation Work-Based Learning Continuum Workforce professionals, this is your chance to discover how work-based learning (WBL) can transform career pathways in the hospitality industry! This workshop will cover: ✅ Tools & strategies for effective WBL programs ✅ How integrated WBL experiences lead to successful apprenticeships ✅ Insights from Colorado ProStart®, Restaurant Ready, Bridge Internship, and Apprenticeship programs Watch presenter Stacy Griest's, Colorado Restaurant Association & Foundation, video for an inside look at this session to be presented at the 25th Annual NAWDP Youth Symposium on November 18-20 in Phoenix, AZ. Register at https://lnkd.in/gYc2jgED #YS2024 #CareerPathways #WorkBasedLearning #HospitalityCareers #YouthEmployment #WorkforceDevelopment