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10/04/2024

DC Digest September 28 – October 4

Capitol Hill was quiet this week with Congress recessed until after the election. The Department of Labor has been active, announcing several new grant opportunities with a focus on apprenticeships for underserved youth and women in nontraditional occupations. They’ve also updated resources on outreach and industry. Keep reading for more updates! 

  • Department of Labor Announces $20 Million in Grants Available for Out-of-School Time: The Department of Labor announced up to $20 million in grants to expand work-based learning opportunities, job training and career pathways for underserved youth after school and during summer. Applications are due December 3.  
  • Department of Labor Announced $6 Million in Grants to Expand Job Opportunities for Women in Apprenticeships, Nontraditional Occupations: The Department of Labor announced the award of new grants to help recruit, train and retain women in quality pre-apprenticeship and Registered Apprenticeship programs and nontraditional occupations. 
  • Department of Labor Updated Resource on Outreach to Business on Apprenticeships: The Department of Labor updated their resource on developing outreach strategies and materials to business partners in support of apprenticeship expansion. 
  • Department of Labor Industry Focus Calls: The Department of Labor shared the transcripts and summaries of their Industry Focus calls related to apprenticeship expansion conducted from 2019-2024. The calls can help employers and other stakeholders gain insights to use in growing apprenticeships.  
  • Department of Labor Webinar: The Department of Labor is hosting a webinar “Be Pro, Be Proud: Building Tomorrow’s Workforce” to offer students, parents and teachers new perspectives on high-demand technical careers in construction, manufacturing, transportation, utilities and other sectors. 
  • Update on FAFSA: Secretary Cardona addressed public concerns on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as the Department of Education began their testing period for the updated 2025-25 FAFSA form. Check out the blog for more information and resources on this year’s FAFSA process. 
  • Department of Education Seeking Peer Reviewers: Each year, the Department of Education convenes panels of education professionals and practitioners to peer review grants. They are currently in search of peer reviewers, so apply if interested. 
Posted by cimperatore on 10/04/2024 AT 16:34 pm in Apprenticeships DC Digest Executive Branch Federal Funding Postsecondary Issues | Permalink

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