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Who We Are

Since 2000, through expert analysis and technical assistance, broad-based organizing, targeted advocacy, and cutting-edge communications, NSC has changed hundreds of state and federal skills policies that have changed thousands of lives and grown local businesses and economies.

About NSC
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The Skills Summit

The Skills Summit is NSC’s largest event of the year, convening every stakeholder, every system, every movement, and every political stripe to advance equity and break down the systemic barriers that prevent too many Americans from accessing high-quality, inclusive skills training leading to good jobs and careers. At the Skills Summit, we bring the field together to talk about opportunities happening right now in Washington, D.C. to scale and sustain best practices through public policy.

Register for May 2024!
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2023 Skills in the States Forum

In November our network gathered for the 7th annual Skills in the States Forum! The Skills in the States Forum convenes state and local leaders from across the country who are working to bring skills training opportunities to more people through policy changes in their states to ensure an inclusive economy.

2023 Forum

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We're covering the latest news in workforce development, from Capitol Hill and across the country.

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