Wanted! A Narrative for Investing in Workforce Development

Summary

The Workforce Narrative project, a two-year initiative funded by The Annie E. Casey Foundation, examined new ways of thinking about workforce development, and the challenges presented by lacking attention from policymakers to this critical system. As part of the project, this report provides a framework for investing in workforce development policies and programs.

Table of Contents

• Assault on Federal Funding
• Focus of Federal Employment and Training Policy
• Workforce Development Funding
• Looking At a National Policy on Workforce Education and Training

Key Takeaway

A Rationale for Investment in Workforce Development

Without a strong foundation to support investment in workforce development, proposals for new or more effective approaches are largely ignored. As such, a relevant narrative for investing in workforce development is needed.