DOL Announces $20 Million Dislocated Worker Project Competition

  • May 19, 2008

The U.S. Department of Labor's Employment and Training Administration recently announced a competition for approximately $20 million in funding to build the skills and employment options for workers either already or at risk of becoming dislocated. State workforce agencies will compete to design demonstration projects targeting these workers.

Proposals may fall into four categories: "Entrepreneurship Opportunities for Dislocated Workers" programs will help individuals launch small businesses; "Getting Ahead of the Curve: Raising Educational/Skill Levels of Workers in Declining Industries" projects will develop strategies to upgrade the career skills of workers who are likely to face unemployment; "Innovative Adult Learning Models for Dislocated Workers" projects will identify new and innovative ways to train unemployed workers; and efforts aimed at "Preventing Dislocations of TANF Recipients Moving Into Entry Level Jobs Subject to Economic Churn" will help former TANF recipients maintain employment and enter or advance within high-growth industries. ("TANF" stands for "Temporary Assistance for Needy Families.")

Each state workforce agency may submit only a single application under one of these categories. To deliver services with sufficient depth, each application must detail partnerships that include employers, education, and training providers, and faith-based, community, and philanthropic organizations.

"The programs that state workforce agencies devise will let workers vulnerable to joblessness take greater ownership of their careers," said Brent R. Orrell, acting assistant secretary for employment and training. "The four categories outlined in this announcement offer state workforce agencies an opportunity to tailor programs that address their particular workforce needs."

Applicants must address the specific requirements of their chosen category as outlined in the solicitation for grant applications that appears in the May 16 Federal Register and also can be found online at www.grants.gov. This competition will close June 13, 2008.

Product Showcase

  • SECUPRO MARTEGO

    FOR HIGHEST DEMANDS. A cutting tool in which function and design go hand in hand. Meet the SECUPRO MARTEGO, our prize-winning squeeze-grip safety knife with fully automatic retractable blade for safety. • Ergonomically friendly trigger mechanism to engage the blade • Durable body made of aluminum • Safer alternative to fixed blade utility knives for general cutting tasks • 9 mm Cutting depth • Easy, tool free blade change Dimensions: L 6.10" L x 0.71" W x 1.91" H Weight: 3.70 oz Cutting Depth: 9 mm Read More

  • SwabTek® Cannabis Test Kit

    The SwabTek® Cannabis Test Kit is a single-use spot test designed for use in screening for cannabis compounds in any sample type or on any surface. The test is capable of identifying the presumed presence of cannabinoids in very small quantities, with a level of detection as little as 6 μg in mass. Learn more about the SwabTek® Cannabis Test Kit and the rest of SwabTek surface drug testing solutions through the webinar titled "Everything You Want To Know About Surface Testing" Read More

  • Glove Guard® Clip

    Safety should never be compromised, especially when it comes to proper glove usage. The Glove Guard® clip enhances safety by encouraging employees to keep their gloves with them at all times. This reduces the risk of accidents and injuries on the job. By ensuring everyone has their gloves readily available, we help promote a culture of safety and efficiency. The Glove Guard® clip is designed to withstand the toughest work environments. Constructed from robust materials made in the USA, it can endure extreme conditions, including harsh weather, and rigorous activities. Read More

Featured

Most   Popular

Artificial Intelligence

Webinars