workforce development – Page 17 – The Portland Press Herald

Commentary: Retooling Maine’s displaced workers

by DAVID VAIL and JOHN DORRER Special to the Telegram July 1, 2018June 29, 2018

With new strategies and investments, an updated workforce can rise from their ranks.

by Rachel Siegel The Washington Post June 28, 2018June 28, 2018

A new study on workplace climate for LGBTQ employees published by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation highlights a ‘double standard.’

by Bill Libby Special to the Press Herald June 6, 2018June 6, 2018

The MaineSpark coalition is working on meeting the goal of having 60% of Mainers possess an educational or industry skills credential by 2025.

by The Editorial Board May 31, 2018May 31, 2018

A York County collaboration on June 7 will connect those seeking work with those seeking workers.

Employers complain that Maine’s increasing minimum wage – set to go up to $12 in 2020 – makes it less appealing to hire young workers.

As the state tries to attract workers to stimulate the economy, it confronts a national perception problem.

by Jeremy Fischer Special to the Press Herald March 17, 1900March 16, 2020

L.D. 1760 proposes to create community early care and education programs that will help our youngest learners learn, grow and thrive.