National Apprenticeship Week

Secretary Walsh Recognizes National Apprenticeship Week 2021

The 7th annual National Apprenticeship Week (NAW) is here and takes place November 15 - 21, 2021. Watch the NAW kickoff video from Secretary Walsh for some exciting announcements and join in on the celebration of National Apprenticeship Week.

NAW is a nationwide celebration where industry, labor, equity, workforce, education, and government leaders host events to showcase the successes and value of Registered Apprenticeship for re-building our economy, advancing racial and gender equity, and supporting underserved communities. NAW is an opportunity to highlight how Registered Apprenticeship, a proven and industry-driven training model, provides a critical talent pipeline that can help to address some of our nation’s pressing workforce challenges such as responding to critical supply chain demands and supporting a clean energy workforce, modernizing our cybersecurity response, addressing public health issues, and rebuilding our country’s infrastructure.

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Get involved by hosting or attending an event or signing and submitting a proclamation! Be creative: events may include a webinar or virtual convening, publishing a new apprenticeship-related resource or article, holding an apprentice graduation ceremony, etc.

In case you missed it, watch the full recording of the National Apprenticeship Week webinar. Learn from others how they are getting involved in the nationwide celebration.

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2021 National Apprenticeship Week Proclamations
Location	Date(s)	Host Organization
Virtual	11/15/2021 to 11/21/2021	National Rural Water Association
Event Name:"Hats off to our Essential Workers" Campaign Address:2915 S 13th Street, Duncan, Oklahoma 73533 Start time:10:00 am Central Time End time:10:00 am Central Time Public/Private:Private Event Website:View Event Website Description:To celebrate National Apprenticeship week this year, National Rural Water Association has delivered NRWA Apprenticeship Program #BeEssential hats to our State Rural Water Associations' that are Registered Apprenticeship Program Sponsors asking them to utilize these hats in a campaign to "tip our hats" to the Essential Workers of the water and wastewater industry. We have asked our state affiliates to distribute and take pictures of their registered apprentices with the hats, sharing stories, pictures, and inspiration to #BeEssential, #NAW2021 and to create their own events including this campaign with additional hashtags or signage and to register those events as well. Host Org. Industry(s):Utilities- Water/Wastewater Contact:Shannan L Walton Email:shannan@nrwa.org
Alaska	11/15/2021	Anchorage Chamber of Commerce
Event Name:"Make it Monday" forum - National Apprenticeship Week Address:600 W 7th Ave, Anchorage, Alaska 99501 Start time:12:00 pm Alaska Time End time:1:00 pm Alaska Time Public/Private:Public Event Website:View Event Website Description:National Apprenticeship Week (NAW), November 15 - 21, is a nationwide celebration where industry, labor, equity, workforce, education, and government leaders host events to showcase the successes and value of Registered Apprenticeship for rebuilding our economy, advancing racial and gender equity, and supporting underserved communities. NAW is an opportunity to highlight how Registered Apprenticeship, a proven and industry-driven training model, provides a critical talent pipeline that can help to address some of our nation’s pressing workforce challenges such as responding to critical supply chain demands and supporting a clean energy workforce, modernizing our cybersecurity response, addressing public health issues, and rebuilding our country’s infrastructure. According to the Alaska Workforce Investment Board, in June 2021, Alaska was awarded a federal grant by the U.S. Department of Labor of $3.9 million to support the creation of new apprenticeship programs. Host Org. Industry(s):Advanced Manufacturing \| Construction \| Transportation \| Healthcare Contact:Tosha Swan Email:tosha@anchoragechamber.org
Illinois	11/20/2021	Midwest Career Source
Event Name:"Money Talks" Making your money work for you Address:9100 Lebanon Road, Belleville, Illinois 62223 Start time:4:30 pm Central Time End time:5:30 pm Central Time Public/Private:Public Event Website:View Event Website Description:This educational session provide participants information regarding financial planning, investing, budgeting for the future in collaboration with Ameriprise Financial. Host Org. Industry(s):Healthcare Contact:Sulbrena Day Email:s.day@midwestcareersource.com
Virtual	11/15/2021 to 11/21/2021	Western Virginia Workforce Development Board
Event Name:#NAW2021 Address:4419 Pheasant Ridge Road Suite 301, Roanoke, Virginia 24014 Start time:8:00 am Eastern Time End time:5:00 pm Eastern Time Public/Private:Public Description:Social Media Campaign with local news interviewing participating students & businesses Host Org. Industry(s):IT \| Advanced Manufacturing \| Construction \| Transportation \| Healthcare \| Financial Services \| Hospitality Contact:Leah Gibson Email:lgibson@vcwblueridge.com
Virtual	11/17/2021	Illinois workNet
Event Name:#NAW2021 with Illinois workNet Address:342 Williams Lane, Chatham, Illinois 62629 Start time:1:00 pm Central Time End time:1:30 pm Central Time Public/Private:Public Event Website:View Event Website Description:Illinois workNet is celebrating NAW with a live stream on Facebook and YouTube. Join us as we dive into Apprenticeship Illinois and available resources on the site. Hear how Illinois is celebrating NAW and what events are taking place. Tune in on Facebook (Facebook.com/Illinois.workNet/) or YouTube (Youtube.com/c/IllinoisworkNet/). Host Org. Industry(s):Workforce Development Contact:Illinois workNet Email:info@illinoisworknet.com
Virtual	11/15/2021 to 11/19/2021	Western Arkansas Planning & Development District
Event Name:#NAW2021 with WAPDD Address:1109 S. 16th Street, Fort Smith, Arkansas 72901 Start time:9:00 am Central Time End time:4:30 pm Central Time Public/Private:Public Event Website:View Event Website Description:A week-long social media campaign celebrating and sharing local apprenticeship from the ground up. Welcome to all- From those who have never heard of apprenticeship and are hoping to learn, to those in apprenticeships and looking for more local information. Host Org. Industry(s):IT \| Advanced Manufacturing \| Energy \| Construction \| Transportation \| Healthcare Contact:Ashlie Ross Email:aross@wapdd.org
Virtual	11/17/2021	Mississippi Apprenticeship Program (MAP)
Event Name:#NAW2021 Workforce Solutions through Apprenticeships Webinar Address:1235 Echelon Parkway, Jackson, Mississippi 39213 Start time:10:00 am Central Time End time:11:00 am Central Time Public/Private:Private Event Website:View Event Website Description:In celebration of #NAW2021 MAP is hosting a webinar that includes Sponsor Community Colleges, Industry Partners, and National Intermediaries sharing the benefits of Registered Apprenticeship. Host Org. Industry(s):IT \| Advanced Manufacturing \| Energy \| Transportation \| Healthcare \| Financial Services \| Cybersecurity \| Hospitality Contact:Tonya Neely Email:apprenticesinfo@mdes.ms.gov
Virtual	11/04/2021 to 11/08/2021	Workforce Solutions for Tarrant County
Event Name:10th Annual Hiring Red, White & You! Virtual Job Fair Address:, Fort Worth, Texas 76107 Start time:9:00 am Central Time End time:3:00 pm Central Time Public/Private:Public Event Website:View Event Website Description:We are excited to host the 10th Annual Hiring Red, White & You! Virtual Job Fair. This event is sponsored by: Workforce Solutions for Tarrant County, The Texas Workforce Commission and the Texas Veterans Commission. This event is open to EVERYONE! This Job Fair connects transitioning service members, military spouses, National Guard, Reserve, veterans, their family members and the General Public to employers looking to hire in our area. Virtually Interact and Interview with Employers who are Hiring Now! It’s time to make your next career move! This live event will take place on Thursday, November 4, 2021 . Live Event Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. – Early Admission for Transitioning Service Members, Veterans and Spouses 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. – Open to the Public After the live event has ended, you will still be able to view information about the businesses hiring as well as express interest in job openings until Monday, Nov 8th at 5pm. Host Org. Industry(s):IT \| Advanced Manufacturing \| Energy \| Construction \| Transportation \| Healthcare \| Financial Services \| Cybersecurity \| Hospitality Contact:Lacey Douglas Email:events@workforcesolutions.net
Virtual	11/04/2021	Workforce Solutions North Central Texas
Event Name:10th Annual Hiring Red, White & You! career fair Address:Midlothian Conference Center, 1 Community Center Drive, Midlothian, Texas 76065 Start time:3:00 pm Central Time End time:8:00 pm Central Time Public/Private:Public Event Website:View Event Website Description:Join us for the 10th Annual Statewide Hiring Red, White & You! Career Fair Workforce Solutions for North Central Texas, in partnership with the Texas Workforce Commission and Texas Veterans Commission, presents the 10th Annual Statewide Hiring Red, White & You! career fair scheduled for November 4th 2021 from 10:00am - 3:00pm! This will be a hybrid event offering both an on-site and virtual experience. Host Org. Industry(s):IT \| Advanced Manufacturing \| Energy \| Construction \| Transportation \| Healthcare \| Financial Services \| Cybersecurity \| Hospitality Contact:Stephanie Roberts Email:sroberts@dfwjobs.com
Texas	11/04/2021	Workforce Solutions Northeast Texas
Event Name:10th annual Hiring Red, White, & You! job fair Address:Texarkana Texas Convention Center, 4610 Cowhorn Creek Road, Texarkana, Texas 75503 Start time:3:00 pm Central Time End time:7:00 pm Central Time Public/Private:Public Event Website:View Event Website Description:Join the Texas Workforce Commission, Workforce Solutions Northeast Texas, and our partners for the 10th annual statewide Hiring Red, White, & You! job fair, designed to connect Texas veterans and their spouses -- who can bring valuable experience and discipline to the workplace -- with area employers looking for qualified candidates for a variety of positions. This year’s event will be held on Thursday November 4th, from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM at the Texarkana Convention Center. Free for job seekers and employers ! Veterans and their spouses are encouraged to come out to meet and greet area employers at any time, from 10:00 to 2:00 Non-veterans are also welcome! The job fair is also open to the general public from 11:00 to 2:00 PM. Host Org. Industry(s):IT \| Advanced Manufacturing \| Energy \| Construction \| Transportation \| Healthcare \| Financial Services \| Cybersecurity \| Hospitality Contact:Bart Spivey Email:bart.spivey@netxworks.org
California	09/17/2021	San Joaquin County Office of Education
Event Name:16th Annual Construction Trades Fair Address:IBEW/NECA Union Electrical Training Center 1531 El Pinal Dr., Stockton, California 95205 Start time:10:00 am Pacific Time End time:2:00 pm Pacific Time Public/Private:Private Event Website:View Event Website Description:The 16th Annual Construction Trades Career Fair for High School Students was held in Stockton, California, where high school juniors and seniors explored careers in the construction trades and met with professionals, while engaging in hands-on activities. Often referred to as "the other four-year degree," apprenticeships provide students an opportunity to earn as they learn after high school. Representatives from the construction trades gave students an overview of their careers and how to enter an apprenticeship program. Students participated in exciting hands-on activities that allowed them to sample the skill sets of each, individual trade. The Construction Trades Career Fair was organized by the San Joaquin Area Apprenticeships Association in partnership with the San Joaquin County Office of Education (SJCOCE) College and Career Readiness Department and the San Joaquin Building Trades Council. Host Org. Industry(s):Construction Contact:Pam Knapp Email:paknapp@sjcoe.net
Illinois	11/19/2021	Northern IL Electrical Training Center
Event Name:2021 Apprenticeship Graduation Ceremony Address:6820 Mill Road, Rockford, Illinois 61108 Start time:5:30 pm Central Time End time:8:30 pm Central Time Public/Private:Private Description:2021 Apprentice Graduation Ceremony Host Org. Industry(s):Construction Contact:Patrick Tomlin Email:ptomlin@jatc364.net
Virtual	11/16/2021	Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development Office of Apprenticeship
Event Name:2021 Apprenticeship TN Conference - Healthcare Address:220 French Landing, Nashville, Tennessee 37243 Start time:9:00 am Central Time End time:11:00 am Central Time Public/Private:Public Event Website:View Event Website Description:Join us during National Apprenticeship Week for our second annual Apprenticeship TN Conference! Whether you know a lot or nothing at all about Registered Apprenticeship Programs, this conference is right for you! On this day, you will hear from industry intermediaries and employers in Healthcare on how they utilize Registered Apprenticeship Programs to develop a strong and skilled workforce. This Conference is for anyone who is interested in learning about US DOL Registered Apprenticeships, and how this workforce strategy can benefit their talent pipelines. Those who currently have a US DOL Registered Apprenticeship Program are also invited to attend as well. There is something for everyone. Host Org. Industry(s):Healthcare Contact:Jessica Barnett Email:jessica.l.barnett@tn.gov

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