Alaska Workforce Alliance Launches Statewide Workforce Information Hub
The AWA strengthens Alaska’s workforce by bridging skills gaps, expanding career opportunities, and collaborating with industry partners to develop programs.
- By Stasia DeMarco
- Mar 13, 2025
The Alaska Workforce Alliance (AWA) is set to develop a statewide workforce information hub aimed at helping employers, educators, and policymakers make data-driven decisions about labor market trends and training needs.
The initiative is part of a broader effort to strengthen Alaska’s workforce by addressing skills gaps and promoting high-demand career opportunities. AWA will collaborate with industry partners to expand workforce programs tailored to meet the needs of key economic sectors.
“Employers throughout Alaska have been heavily involved in shaping this plan from the beginning, and our engagement doesn’t stop there,” said José Owens of American Marine Corporation, a member of AWA’s Industry Advisory Committee. “With its strong network and expertise, AWA provides an efficient way for businesses to stay engaged in workforce development without navigating complex systems. Workforce challenges impact every industry — investing in this effort today means building the skilled workforce businesses need for long-term success.”
AWA plans to work closely with the Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development (DOLWD), the Alaska Workforce Investment Board (AWIB), and private-sector partners to ensure that workforce initiatives remain responsive to the evolving needs of businesses and job seekers. The alliance’s collaborative approach underscores a shared commitment to strengthening Alaska’s economy through strategic workforce development.
For more information about AWA and the next steps in implementing Alaska’s Workforce Future, visit www.alaskaworkforcealliance.org
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Stasia DeMarco is the Content Editor for OH&S.