U.S. Conference of Mayors Workforce Development Council
About Us
Building the Workforce of the Future
The Workforce Development Council is an affiliate of The United States Conference of Mayors (USCM) and serves as the advisory board to develop priorities and recommend policy to the nation’s mayors with respect to the workforce system.
The WDC, unlike any other national organization, plays an active bipartisan role in representing workforce development issues and positioning them before mayors, congressional leaders, and members of the Administration. It provides a direct line to Washington, D.C., and assists in defining how the workforce system fits into workforce development initiatives of the Administration and the 118th Congress.
Advocacy & Policy
Congress narrowly averted a government shutdown early Saturday morning by passing a slimmed-down continuing resolution (CR), which was then sent to President Biden’s desk for his signature. The original 1,547-page bill was condensed to just 118 pages, and the final version notably excluded reauthorization of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). Earlier versions of the CR included various legislative measures, such as the A Stronger Workforce for America Act (ASWA), all of which were ultimately removed to prioritize a more focused approach. The final legislation funds the government at current levels through March 14, 2025, excludes provisions for raising or suspending the debt ceiling sought by President-elect Donald Trump, allocates $100 billion for disaster aid, and extends programs in the farm bill through September to allow more time for negotiations.
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Testimonials
"The WDC continues to be the most trusted workforce development policy resource for the nation’s mayors, and one I deeply value. WDC staff facilitates connections between mayors and congressional leaders, officials at the Department of Labor, and local workforce administrators, and provides invaluable insight into workforce trends and activities across the country. I've found their weekly newsletter and legislative updates critical to ensuring that mayors and their workforce staff are kept abreast of the latest developments on federal and local workforce issues. The WDC actively works to promote a legislative agenda and shape national policy to strengthen the local system. It is a trusted partner to mayors and a vital information conduit — and serves as a first-rate resource to strengthen the role of mayors in building strong and successful workforce programs."
Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego
Fri, Jan 17WashingtonJan 17, 2025, 8:00 AM – Jan 18, 2025, 4:30 PMWashington, Washington, DC, USA
Upcoming Meetings
Resources & Publications
Partnership & Projects
Ad Council National Campaign
In partnership with the Ad Council, the WDC is promoting a national campaign to increase awareness about the multiple education and training pathways available for U.S. citizens to secure good paying jobs in high-demand fields. Watch the video below or click here for more information.
USCM-Comcast Talent for Tomorrow: Digital Equity Challenge
The 2024 Talent for Tomorrow: Digital Equity Challenge, developed by The U.S. Conference of Mayors in partnership with Comcast’s Project UP, will award a total of ten competitive grants to help cities expand local workforce and career readiness programs that provide digital access, improve economic mobility, and support digital skills and creativity. The grants will be awarded during the 2024 USCM 92nd Annual Meeting in Kansas City. Click here to learn more..
USCM-Wells Fargo Small Business Initiative
The USCM-Wells Fargo Small Business Initiative is a multi-element strategy to promote mayoral leadership that establishes, supports and strengthens small business and entrepreneur ecosystems in cities by equipping small business owners and entrepreneurs with the tools, training, and access to capital needed to succeed in today's economy. Click here to learn more.
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