Empowering Our Community: Benton-Franklin Workforce Development Council's Impact in 2023
"The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams." – Eleanor Roosevelt
At Benton-Franklin Workforce Development Council, we are dedicated to fostering economic growth and empowering individuals in our community. Our latest impact report for Program Year 2023 Q4, with data derived from the USDOL National Public PIRL, showcases the significant strides we've made in workforce development in Benton and Franklin Counties.
Here are some key highlights from the report:
Program Completers Served
In 2023, we proudly served 3,885 program completers. These individuals received the support and resources needed to enhance their skills and secure meaningful employment.
Employment Success
Our efforts have led to a remarkable 73.8% employment success rate. This means that nearly three-quarters of our program completers have successfully transitioned into the workforce, contributing to the economic vitality of our region.
Economic Impact
The economic impact of our programs is substantial. The estimated average annual earnings per person for those employed through our programs is $42,024. Collectively, the total estimated annual earnings for all employed program completers amount to an impressive $120,562,344. This not only benefits the individuals and their families but also strengthens our local economy.
Future Goals and Initiatives
Looking ahead, Benton-Franklin Workforce Development Council has set ambitious goals and initiatives to further enhance our impact:
Business and Economic Development
Increase Awareness: We aim to increase awareness of workforce services and programs available to local business owners.
Skills-Based Testing: Connect businesses with skills-based testing resources and develop skillsets to promote and elevate businesses.
Address Skills Gaps: Identify the skills gaps and challenges of current and future business owners to support economic growth.
Youth Development
Expand Opportunities: Empower the next generation by expanding near-peer youth opportunities and awareness of workforce programs.
Digital Engagement: Connect with the digital world of youth through social media and devices to explore education and employment prospects.
Alternative Career Pathways: Increase awareness and understanding of alternative career pathways, including technical education, certificates, trade programs, apprenticeships, and educational opportunities.
Adult Workforce Development
Education and Training: Increase education, training, and upskilling of ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) workers.
Accessibility: Meet job seekers where they are to introduce them to employment training and skill-building opportunities.
Barrier Mitigation: Identify employment and education barriers of job seekers and work with community partners to mitigate them.
As we move forward, we remain dedicated to our mission of empowering individuals and driving economic growth. We will continue to leverage data and insights to refine our programs and maximize our impact. Our community's success is our success, and we are excited to build on the achievements of 2023.
For more detailed information about the data used in this report and how to access additional insights, please visit FutureWorks Systems.
For more insights, visit FutureWorks Systems. Source: FutureWorks BI; Data derived from the USDOL National Public PIRL; Program Year 2023 Q4 Release; Report Period ending June 30, 2024.
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