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The ETA 2030 Vision Convening by the U.S. Department of Labor sets an ambitious direction for the future of workforce development. Jane Oates, President of WorkingNation and former Assistant Secretary of the Employment and Training Administration, shares reflections on the evolving role of equity, quality jobs, policy change, care infrastructure, and employer engagement. With deep experience in public service and national workforce strategy, Jane highlights practical ways workforce leaders and partners can build a more inclusive and effective system.
You’ll hear insights on…
How the COVID-19 pandemic and national reckoning on racial justice amplified the urgency for workforce equity
The growing shift toward skills-based hiring and promotion alongside traditional education pathways
Policy barriers limiting labor force participation and strategies for employer flexibility
New approaches to strengthening the care economy through entrepreneurship and employee ownership
The critical role of sector partnerships and community collaboration in achieving workforce goals
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