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Kentucky Equine Education Project | Workforce Readiness and Reentry Program at Blackburn
Kentucky faces a labor shortage in the equine industry. To address this, they partnered with the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce to develop a program targeting formerly incarcerated individuals. The program provided inmates with equine training and job readiness skills. After release, employers conducted remote interviews and hired participants. The program’s…
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StriveTogether Cradle to Career Network | Improving cradle-to-career outcomes
Despite vast geographical and cultural differences, Eastern Kentucky’s Appalachian counties and Louisville’s West End share a struggle with persistent poverty. Recognizing this common challenge, three partners joined forces with StriveTogether’s support to secure a $16 million federal grant. This collaboration aims to improve education and well-being for Kentucky’s young people.
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Kentuckiana Works | Summer youth employment: Louisville
Louisville’s SummerWorks program combats youth unemployment by connecting 16-21 year olds with summer jobs. It partners with businesses and nonprofits to offer placements and sponsorships. The program also collaborates with schools to identify students and provide career guidance.
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Kentucky Chamber Workforce Center | Building Kentucky’s Talent Pipeline
Kentucky’s Chamber of Commerce recognized a widening skills gap hindering the state’s economic growth. To address this, they launched “Building Kentucky’s Talent Pipeline” in 2018. This initiative utilizes a public-private partnership model, bringing together employers, educators, and government entities. Their goal was to establish at least 20 employer-led collaboratives focused…