Senior State Network Manager @SkillsCoalition. Passionate about equity & economic mobility via education, workforce, & safety net policies.
Washington DC
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Yasmin Fallahkhair retweeted
We’re so excited to announce the launch of Code.org in Farsi, to inspire the next generation of Iranian innovators.
با افتخار اعلام میکنیم که نسخه فارسی کد دات ارگ راهاندازی شد تا نسل آینده نوآوران ایرانی را الهام بخشد.
#codeorgfarsi #کد_ارگ_فارسی
Yasmin Fallahkhair retweeted
.@SkillsCoalition applauds @SenTimKaine and @SenatorBraun in pushing for the #JOBSAct – legislation that provides financial support for quality short-term training programs while meeting the needs of employers in high-demand industries and sectors.
Yasmin Fallahkhair retweeted
This May at @SkillsCoalition annual Skills Summit, BSP's Exec Director, @Luis_E_Sandoval will be receiving the Dr. Alma Salazar Bridge Builder Award. It's an honor to uphold Dr. Salazar’s legacy in advocating for an inclusive & equitable economy for all. #NSCSummit2024
So excited to recognize our partners in Boston who have been leading incredible work for over 20 years, including as the lead of NSC's Massachusetts SkillSPAN coalition. Congrats @SkillWorks_MA!
We are pleased to announce that @SkillWorks_MA has been selected to receive the Long-Game Award at #NSCSummit2024! View all of our 2024 awardees here: nationalskillssummit.com/awa…
Yasmin Fallahkhair retweeted
🎉New blog from @SkillsCoalition covers how Digital Skills for Today's Workforce Act, introduced by @timkaine @RepSpanberger and @RepDavidValadao last week, will prepare workers and small businesses for a modern economy 🎉
nationalskillscoalition.org/…
Yasmin Fallahkhair retweeted
"The people of Iran know that their main enemy is at home, and that war will bring them only more repression and hardship," @arash_tehran writes: theatlantic.com/internationa…
Yasmin Fallahkhair retweeted
The cost of day care and preschool rose 4.4% in March compared to a year ago. Families can't afford to pay more, and child care workers can't afford to make less.
We need Congress to #InvestInChildcare. Via @__GabriellaCruz @YahooFinance finance.yahoo.com/news/we-ar…
Yasmin Fallahkhair retweeted
🚨This is not a drill!
Friday, April 19, is the deadline to make your hotel reservation for #NSCSummit2024.
🎟️ Be sure your registration for the event is completed.
🧳 Let the Capital Hilton Hotel know you're coming! Click here to secure a room: ow.ly/hN0w50Rgf09
Yasmin Fallahkhair retweeted
At #NSCSummit2024 NSC will honor network leaders who have contributed to progress in advancing skills training through policy development, advocacy, strategic communications, and/or coalition-building.
Meet our 2024 Awardees! nationalskillssummit.com/awa…
Yasmin Fallahkhair retweeted
Bipartisan support ✅
Still more work to be done ✅
nationalskillscoalition.org/…
✅ The House just passed H.R. 6655, A Stronger Workforce for America Act, a bipartisan bill introduced by Committee leaders @virginiafoxx & @bobbyscott!
This bill reforms WIOA to expand skills development programs & put more Americans on the pathway to successful careers.
Yasmin Fallahkhair retweeted
#MontgomeryCollege President @DrWilliams_MC speaks with @EspinozaNotes, the chief executive officer of the @SkillsCoalition, about the intersection of economic mobility and equality with the College’s Transformational Aspirations. Join us for this discussion.
Yasmin Fallahkhair retweeted
This is an important step of bipar progress in the House, and the result of advocacy from @SkillsCoalition's network elevating WIOA reauth as critical policy!
Read NSC's assessment of A Stronger Workforce for America here: nationalskillscoalition.org/…
✅ The House just passed H.R. 6655, A Stronger Workforce for America Act, a bipartisan bill introduced by Committee leaders @virginiafoxx & @bobbyscott!
This bill reforms WIOA to expand skills development programs & put more Americans on the pathway to successful careers.
Yasmin Fallahkhair retweeted
Join us in May for the 2024 Skills Summit! From business to community colleges, from AI to racial equity, we tackle pressing issues head-on!
Register now and book your hotel. Hotel booking will end April 19th!
nationalskillssummit.com/
Yasmin Fallahkhair retweeted
Join NSC CEO and Montgomery College President at Montgomery College for the 2024 Innovate to Drive Equitable Access and Success (IDEAS) series, will dive into crucial conversations on access, completion, and post-completion success.
More info here: montgomerycollege.edu/events…
Yasmin Fallahkhair retweeted
The President’s #budget highlights skills training, supportive services & underserved groups as priorities, including an $8 billion Career Training Fund that would train millions of workers for jobs in high-demand sectors.
Read more from @skillscoalition: tinyurl.com/54jypmbw
US changes how it categorizes people by race and ethnicity. It's the first revision in 27 years apnews.com/article/race-ethn…
Yasmin Fallahkhair retweeted
President Biden's State of the Union address highlighted the promise of infrastructure jobs, but are workers truly benefitting? Explore insights in this new op-ed from NSC CEO @EspinozaNotes and @BrookingsInst brookings.edu/articles/build…
Yasmin Fallahkhair retweeted
#NSCSummit2024 plenaries will unveil new polling data from voters on key #skillstraining issues, provide attendees with perspectives from policymakers, and include an expert panel discussion.
Take a moment today to meet our skills-based hiring experts! nationalskillssummit.com/sch…
State leaders must prioritize the development of a skilled and diverse workforce that can bring broadband and digital equity goals to fruition. How to get there: nationalskillscoalition.org/…
Yasmin Fallahkhair retweeted
Join us for an enlightening LinkedIn Live event. @Katie_SpikerNSC and @mmevans2 will break down key aspects of President Biden's budget request for 2025, providing crucial perspectives to navigate the evolving landscape. RSVP to stay informed and engaged.
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