The idea makes sense: Establish apprenticeship training programs in the areas of the state where residents would benefit the most.
Connecting the dots isn’t as easy. That’s why the New Jersey Economic Development Authority has issued a Request for Information, seeking insight from qualified entities that provide registered apprenticeship programs and have perspectives on establishing new registered apprenticeship training locations in overburdened communities.
An overburdened community is one where:
- At least 35% of the households are low-income households
- At least 40% of the residents identify as minority or as members of a state-recognized tribal community
- At least 40% of the households have limited English proficiency.
The information gathered through the RFI will help the EDA and the Department of Labor & Workforce Development better understand the scope and characteristics of a potential grant program that would support the planning and implementation of new or expanded training facilities and fund costs for planning, construction or renovations.
All questions must be submitted in writing no later than 5 p.m. Sept. 9 to workforceInnovation@njeda.gov. The subject line of the e-mail should read: “Questions-2024-[RFI-229]”.
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