Workforce Development

  WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT

In the News

Workforce Development is a top priority for the Chamber of Commerce, business, and the community. As Charlotte continues to grow and expand it is important to provide the education and opportunities that people need to succeed in a competive job market. 

The Chamber also partners with the Department of Social Services to promote the Charlotte-Mecklenburg's Work First program, recently praised by President George W. Bush during a visit to the Queen City in February 2002. This page is updated regularly with news concerning development of the workforce in Charlotte and the United States as a whole.

RECENT NEWS & EVENTS:

February 2002:

President Bush Pleased with Charlotte Welfare-to-Work Program

"I am very impressed by the welfare-to-work program that has been instituted. There's obviously a sense of corporate responsibility in this community that is powerful, that recognizes that the bottom line is one thing, but taking care of their fellow humans is another. " -President George W. Bush

To view remarks by the President to the Chamber of Commerce, click here:

President Bush Discusses Welfare Reform and Job Training

To view this discussion on Welfare Reform and Job Training, click here:

Want to learn more about the Work First Program and how your business can earn valuable Tax Credit? Click here now!

June 2002:

PRESIDENT SAYS STRONG WORK REQUIREMENT NEEDED IN WELFARE REFORM

In a trip to Little Rock, Arkansas, President Bush called on the Senate to pass a welfare reform package with a strong work requirement which would ensure that more Americans are able to achieve independence.

Fact Sheet - New Report Shows That Welfare Reform Really Works:

To view this fact sheet, click here

Read the President's Remarks:

President's Remarks, click here

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Charlotte, NC 28232
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