Southeast AlabamaWorks to cease operations
The organization announced it will dissolve on September 30, due to decreased state funding from the Alabama Workforce Transformation Act.
Alabama Workforce Council
Alabama Workforce Council releases annual report
It outlines policy recommendations to further solidify Alabama as a leader in workforce development.
February 2, 2024
Statewide survey of employed, unemployed youth in Alabama
The survey revealed that 80 percent of young people in Alabama are content with their jobs.
August 29, 2023
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See recent postsWhen it comes to measuring what matters, leadership matters
There is nothing more important that we can do than graduate our students ready for the next step.
Snapshot of Alabama’s workforce
Workforce is a hot topic in 2021 with no shortage of discussions about labor force participation rates, employee retention and labor shortages.
December 21, 2021
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See recent postsGovernor’s veto of SB94 highlights focus on children’s long-term success
"Ivey’s veto sent a message to the children, teachers, and parents of Alabama that we are not going to stand idly by for two years."
Alabama Workforce Council praises rule mandating student action on financial aid
Nearly $50 million in federal tuition assistance goes unused by young Alabamians each year.
Business survey aims to advance Alabama workforce training system
The survey aims to identify the occupational characteristics of the most in-demand jobs.
March 19, 2021
Report shows Alabama making strides in workforce development
“Alabama is a national leader in workforce development," Gov. Kay Ivey said.
February 3, 2021
Regional workforce profiles released to help Alabama reach attainment goal
Each regional profile contains background information, an education snapshot, a workforce snapshot, employment access and regional key findings.
January 14, 2021