ITLC/TWC in Las Vegas for ATU General Convention | |
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ATU International President John Costa with Sec-Treasurer Kenneth Kirk and new Executive VP Yvette Trujillo.
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ITLC/TWC joined the ATU for its General Convention on September 19-23 in Las Vegas, Nevada, sharing with their members and leadership information about its resources and exchanging ideas. Executive Director Jack Clark, Senior Communications Specialist David Stephen, and Program Manager for Technical Training James Hall attended the week-long event. Speakers at the convention included Pres. Joe Biden (by video) and Secretary of Labor Marty Walsh. The convention capped off with the election of the ATU International President, International Executive Vice President, International Secretary-Treasurer, and International Vice Presidents. While there, Jack and David joined ATU Director of Apprenticeship and Workforce Development Jamaine and a delegation of ATU members for a tour of the Culinary Academy of Las Vegas and learned about how the Academy works to reduce poverty, eliminate unemployment with union jobs and provide vocational and job-readiness training to youth, adults, and displaced workers in 15 different programs in hospitality work, digital and employability skills, and language instruction. Learn more about the Culinary Academy by visiting here. | |
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ITLC is Hiring
The International Transportation Learning Center (ITLC), operator of the Transit Workforce Center (TWC), seeks a candidate with entry-level communication skills to further the mission of advancing comprehensive workforce development programs to support public transportation’s bus drivers, mechanics, technicians, and other frontline transit workers across the country. This candidate will play a critical role on our team through public relations, social media, and outreach support. For more info, visit here.
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Join Us for Making Connections 2022 | |
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Join us for Making Connections 2022: The National Transit Workforce Conference in Washington, D.C., December 13-14. This conference brings together participants from urban, suburban, rural, and tribal public transportation and industry stakeholders in plenaries, workshops, networking, and ongoing dialogue. Conference registration, hotel, and sponsorship information can be found on the registration page (click here). For general conference inquiries, contact Brandon Liu: [email protected]. Making Connections 2022 is organized by the Transit Workforce Center (TWC) and co-sponsored by the National Transit Institute (NTI).
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DOL Final Rule Update
On September 23, 2022, the U.S. Department of Labor announced a final rule to rescind the Industry-Recognized Apprenticeship Program (IRAP). The Final Rule will publish in the Federal Register on September 26, 2022, and will go into effect on November 25, 2022. Beginning on the effective date, DOL will no longer recognize Standards Recognized Entities (SREs) or IRAPs. SREs and IRAP sponsors are encouraged to consider registering their programs with DOL or a State Apprenticeship Agency (SAA). Such entities are encouraged to reach out to the Apprenticeship Director in their State to receive technical assistance and explore such options further. Please see the DOL Press Release for additional information on this Final Rule.
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New research shows that 1 in 4 adults in the United States suffers from transportation insecurity.
Washington Center for Economic Growth - Sept. 14, 2022
Access to transportation is crucial to ensuring that people can meet their basic needs and participate in society and the economy. It goes without saying that if people can’t get where they need to go, they will struggle to work and learn, buy food, see friends and family, and receive medical care.
A bill that would provide a $100 monthly transit subsidy to DC residents moves one step closer to becoming law.
Greater Greater Washington - Sept 27, 2022
DC Council took a step toward putting $100 per month on District residents’ SmarTrip cards Monday as the Committee on Transportation and the Environment voted unanimously in favor of the Metro for DC Amendment Act of 2021.
Mass Transit - Sept. 20, 2022
New tools are helping agencies with zero-emissions and climate change goals to identify potential technologies to advance environmentally friendly improvements to existing bus fleets and infrastructure..
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Public gets first glimpse at Caltrain’s new electric trainsets
Mass Transit – Sept. 26, 2022
Caltrain provided the first public viewing of its new electric train cars on Saturday, Sept. 24, at an event attended by federal, state, regional, local officials and community members. Caltrain calls the new train cars the centerpiece of its electrification project, which not only brings a new power source to the Caltrain fleet, but will also deliver an increase in service and train speeds.
Mass Transit - Sept. 26, 2022
Minnesota calls for at least 1 out of 5 of those vehicles on the road to be electric by 2030, with more general goals for electric buses for schools and transit systems.
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What does it take to become a female electrician?
Meet the women apprentices on their journey to become union electricians! They are members of Local 3, IBEW (The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers) enrolled in a rigorous 5-year training program. They will earn their college degrees and work in the career of their dreams. WireWomen: Lighting It Up offers a vivid portrait of courageous, creative women working in a non-traditional occupation. Their stories reaffirm to girls that they can be anything they want to be! An electrifying and educational read, featuring beautiful illustrations by Setare Arashloo.
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Cultural Strategy’s Role in Voter & Civic Engagement - Register For The New Webinar!
Wednesday, Oct 5 - 1 p.m. ET
Community-based organizations around the country are working to increase and sustain civic engagement among their communities to advance resident agency and collective action towards more equitable outcomes. By working in collaboration with cultural strategists and artists, many of these organizations are contributing to increased voter and civic engagement, thus strengthening the social and civic infrastructure of communities. Join Culture Surge, Harness and the Native American Community Development Institute for a conversation on how culture and creativity are being used to develop culturally relevant strategies in partnership with artists, culture bearers, cultural strategists and community organizers.
Tips for Electric Bus Usage
Thursday, Sept 29 - 11 a.m. PT/2 p.m. ET
Hear real-life experiences of peers who have successfully implemented electric bus programs, including:
- Wins and challenges
- Determining the best fit for electric within their fleets
- Tips on educating teams and the passengers they serve
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