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Today's session, "Empowering Black Excellence," will delve into the intersection of policy, workforce development, and apprenticeship programs as they pertain to Black students' educational and professional journey. https://lnkd.in/ezweCaCZ #BlackStudentSuccessWeek #BSSW24

🎉 Celebrating Black History Month! 🙌✨ At Skill Builders Solutions, we want to recognize the remarkable individuals who have advocated for apprenticeship as a powerful training model. Join us in acknowledging these influential figures who have made a significant impact: 1️⃣ Bernard Harris: Dr. Bernard Harris, a former NASA astronaut, has been a strong advocate for apprenticeship programs in the STEM fields. Through the Harris Institute, he has championed initiatives that provide underrepresented communities with hands-on training opportunities and mentorship. 2️⃣ Leah Daughtry: As a political strategist and advocate for workforce development, Leah Daughtry has consistently promoted apprenticeship programs as a means to bridge the skills gap and create pathways to success for African Americans. Her efforts have helped empower individuals to thrive in various industries. 3️⃣ Wes Moore: A bestselling author, social entrepreneur, and advocate for education and workforce development, Wes Moore has been a vocal proponent of apprenticeships. Through his work, he has emphasized the importance of hands-on training and mentorship to equip individuals with the skills needed for success. 4️⃣ Carla Harris: Carla Harris, a renowned businesswoman, author, and motivational speaker, has been a strong advocate for apprenticeship as a training model. Through her speeches and engagements, she has highlighted the value of mentorship and practical learning in fostering professional growth and advancement. Let's celebrate these inspiring individuals and their efforts in promoting apprenticeship as an effective training model. Their advocacy has not only enhanced opportunities for African Americans but has also contributed to the overall advancement of diverse talent in various industries. 🙏💪 #BlackHistoryMonth #ApprenticeshipAdvocates #DiversityandInclusion

As we conclude Black History Month, we persist in honoring the invaluable contributions of Black Americans to our society, celebrating their legacy throughout the year. At Manufacturing Registered Apprenticeships, we recognize the profound significance of diversity and inclusion, not just during this designated month, but every day of the year. Our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace extends beyond mere acknowledgment; it's ingrained in our values. As a Registered Apprenticeship Intermediary, we've witnessed firsthand the transformative impact of apprenticeships in opening doors to individuals of all backgrounds. As we transition into March, we're thrilled to announce our focus on celebrating women in apprenticeship. Throughout March, we'll spotlight the remarkable achievements of women in various apprenticeship programs, showcasing their unwavering dedication and the positive ripple effects they create within their respective fields. Join us in championing diversity, equity, accessibility and inclusion – not just as a passing gesture, but as an ongoing commitment to progress. Together, let's continue to pave the way for a more equitable and empowering future for all. #BlackHistoryMonth #WomenInApprenticeship #DiversityandInclusion #EmpoweringFuture

If You’re Black or Brown and thinking of going to college, You Still Have Options. Excerpt from: 𝐈𝐟 𝐀𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐝, 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐍𝐨w❓𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝟐 from Coalition4Justice "For some Black and brown students, earning a four-year degree is deemed a rite of passage. But for many, it is considered a privilege and out of reach. Whether you're the first in your family or one of a long line, applying to college can be daunting. While it’s true that some careers require a bachelor’s or graduate degree, there are enumerable good, well-paying career choices that can be had with a two-year associate degree, a certificate program, or a training program or apprenticeship in the skilled trades." 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐫:   𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭, 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐚𝐧 𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐟.  For example, there are different types of “intelligence”, a theory founded by Harvard psychologist, Howard Gardner, which explains that everyone has natural strengths in different areas. There are ways to forge new paths and use your natural skills to your advantage. You might use this information to help guide your view. https://lnkd.in/gxi4uAuZ 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐜𝐤 𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭 𝒐𝒇 𝒓𝒆𝒄𝒐𝒎𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒅𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒔 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒔𝒐𝒍𝒖𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒔 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒂𝒑𝒑𝒍𝒚𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒕𝒐 𝒄𝒐𝒍𝒍𝒆𝒈𝒆 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐬, 𝐨𝐫 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐥𝐞 𝐚𝐭: https://lnkd.in/eFBGd2MK Watch for my next post.

August is Black Business Month!  During this exciting month, we celebrate the achievements and contributions of Black-owned businesses that have added value to each industry and occupation. We especially recognize the Black-owned businesses who are also Registered Apprenticeship sponsors. Appteon is proud to directly partner with several Black and minority-owned businesses, helping them to grow and expand their Registered Apprenticeship programs.    Registered Apprenticeship programs prioritize workplace policies and strategies that support Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility for all organizations and apprentices. Join us in recognizing the importance of diversity and inclusion in the business world. Share your favorite Black-owned businesses and Registered Apprenticeship sponsors and partners below.   #RegisteredApprenticeship #BlackOwnedApprenticeshipSponsor #BlackBusinessMonth #SupportBlackBusinesses #EmpowerEntrepreneurs

Did you know that in Newark, NJ, 50% of those aged 16-19 and 33% of those aged 20-24 are jobless? A quarter of Newark's disconnected Black youth are incarcerated at any given time. These statistics are not just numbers; they represent real challenges affecting real lives. This issue extends beyond Newark, impacting over 5 million young people across the United States who lack skills and access to meaningful economic opportunities. Imagine the impact we could make by establishing 100 Workforce training centers in distressed communities nationwide. Our plan starts with a 5-acre development-ready site, zoned for a 40,000 square foot Workforce Semiconductor Training Center. But it's more than just bricks and mortar. It's ground zero for empowering distressed communities, powered by Talented, our AI-powered skills-based Apprenticeship platform. We will focus on 18-24 year olds and leverage the AI platform to orchestrate recruitment, matching, skills development, mentorship, and wrap-around services for "Learn-as-you-earn' apprenticeships. Let's start with Newark,NJ. Here is the 36-Month Roadmap -> https://lnkd.in/ezcM5exD

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I am more than pleased to share my wonderful experience at the Young Professionals Black Leaders of the Future Event in Leicester Square. This was a truly enthralling experience with began with 2 panel sessions. The first session truly gave me a confidence boost as panellist delved greatly into how I can ensure that I secure a good apprenticeship and the importance of having confidence in yourself and your skills (even when you’re the youngest person in the room). I also asked a question about whether those who do an apprenticeship feel left out of ‘the uni experience’ and I was greatly pleased with the answers I received. The second panel session saw speakers from large companies such as Fragoman, PWC, TLT and Bloomberg. These speakers gave me more insight into the importance of mentoring which had never been stressed to me before. Some of my key takeaways from the panel session were: 1. Think big, start small, move fast and dont be afraid to fail 2. One must take ownership of their education and career journey 3. Your barriers don’t define you, it’s how you overcome them that do and will ultimately determine if you’re successful. In the second half of the event, there was a networking session where I spoke to a plethora of people, however one of the things that stuck was with me were the “Solicitor big three” (technical confidence, team skills & client skills) and the insightful conversation I had with the Fragoman speaker about technological changes and the idea of the social borders. Overall this was an amazing experience which I would highly recommend.