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NGA Center for Best PracticesWorkforce Development Policy Forum

January 2005

Workforce Training and Education Coordinating BoardPam Lund, Associate Director Partnership Systems

The Workforce Board’s Mission

…to shape strategies that will create and sustain a high-skill, high-wage economy. To fulfill this mission, we:

Advise the governor, legislature, and other policymakers on workforce development policy and innovative practice.

Promote a seamless workforce development system that anticipates and meets the lifelong learning and employment needs of our current and future workforce.

Advocate for the training and education needed for success in the 75-80 percent of jobs that do not require a baccalaureate degree.

Ensure quality and accountability by evaluating results, and supporting high standards and continuous improvement.

Our Partners

• The State Board for Community and Technical Colleges

• The Department of Community, Trade and Economic Development

• Washington State Employment Security Department

• The Regional Workforce Development Councils

• Local Leaders, the Economic Development Councils, Chambers of Commerce, and Port Districts

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