May 2024
The SWFL Equitable Jobs Pipeline team continues to work daily to upskill the regional workforce and stimulate economic development, which will continue to build and expand a strong economic future for Florida.
Partnership for Sustainability RFP Round 2 Closes May 31st!
The Southwest Florida Equitable Jobs Pipeline is actively seeking employer partners in Southwest Florida who are enthusiastic about sustaining workforce development initiatives in four key sectors for both new and existing employees: PK-12 Education, Manufacturing, Logistics, and Healthcare through participation in the Equitable Jobs Pipeline. Ideally, proposals will include a well-defined strategy for the employer to gradually assume the cost of training, with the goal of achieving sustainability by December 2025.
Total amount to be awarded: $3,800,000.00
Proposals will be accepted between January 15, 2024 through October 31st 2024, with awards going out in April, July and December.
If you need help, we will work with you to determine the best education partner and a plan to assume the cost of training over time.
Funded Programs
Click on the flyer to open the full list of training opportunities powered by the Equitable Jobs Pipeline project.
Should you require guidance in connecting with any of these programs, don’t hesitate to reach out to a FutureMakers Navigator to connect you by clicking here: FutureMakers Coalition Navigators
*List of programs will be updated as additional training programs finalize funding.
Sectoral partner convenings will be held during the monthly system alignment team meetings. Sector specific teams will include employers, education partners and non-profit organizations with the intent to address the workforce and education needs in our region. The links to sign up are below and/or can be found on our website: www.FutureMakersCoalition.com/Events.
Get Connected!
Our Navigators want to connect with you! The FutureMakers Coalition Navigators are ready to work with adults wanting to get a credential to upskill or start their career. These free services allows Navigators to walk along side you to help you be successful! Check out the map below to see who we are working with in the region.
Upcoming Events
May 28th-Education Alignment Team
Employer partners, postsecondary institutions and community partners are invited to join the conversation to address the workforce needs of the Pk-12 education system.
May 29th-Resilience and Diversification Action Team
This is the team that is focused on ensuring our workforce and economy are resilient by cultivating a robust entrepreneurial ecosystem.
May 30th-Manufacturing and Logistics Alignment Team
This team brings together employer partners, postsecondary institutions, and non-profit organizations to work on manufacturing and logistics workforce.
June 6th-Healthcare System Alignment Team
Employer partners, postsecondary institutions and community partners are invited to join the conversation to address the workforce needs of the healthcare system.
