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Midwest Urban Strategies
Empowering Workforce Development Partners with Best Practices, Resources, and Knowledge
Midwest Urban Strategies collaborates with workforce development boards and their key partners to enhance workforce systems in urban areas across the Midwest.Through strategic partnerships and initiatives, we strive to address the unique challenges faced by urban communities. Some of these challenges include unemployment, underemployment, and economic disparities.
Our work focuses on creating sustainable solutions that lead to increased job opportunities, improved economic mobility, high quality early childhood education, and a more skilled and welcoming workforce.By leveraging their collective expertise and resources, Midwest Urban Strategies aims to drive positive change and foster thriving urban economies.
MUS 2025 Summer Convening
Milwaukee Awaits: What to Expect at the MUS 2025 Summer Convening
The countdown is on. In just a few short weeks, Midwest Urban Strategies and our partners will welcome workforce leaders from across the country to Milwaukee, Wisconsin, for Forward Milwaukee – Cream City Rising, a convening that blends rich history with bold innovation.
From June 3–5, registration closes May 15th
Partnership Through Community
By collaborating with regional partners across the Midwest, Midwest Urban Strategies spearheads efforts to ensure that workforce development programs and economic opportunities are accessible to all communities.Through tailored strategies and dedicated support, the organization continues to grow a vibrant, welcoming community—all through the power of partnership.
Learning Labs and Events
Midwest Urban Strategies serves as a leading educational platform for economic and workforce development professionals, offering a wide range of dynamic learning opportunities.Our annual convenings bring together experts and practitioners to exchange ideas, share innovations, and explore best practices in the field.In addition, our ongoing webinar series, Learning Labs, delivers accessible, actionable insights designed to equip professionals with the tools they need to drive meaningful change in their communities.
Partners
Midwest Urban Strategies and its partners have collectively impacted over 500,000 individuals through job training and employment programs, contributing to a notable reduction in unemployment rates across the Midwest. Together, our collaborative network has leveraged over $150 million in funding to support a wide range of workforce development initiatives, resulting in the creation of thousands of new jobs and measurable enhancement of local economies. With a strong emphasis on innovation and accessibility, our partners continue to connect individuals to meaningful career opportunities, driving economic growth and long-term prosperity throughout the region.
Our Member Organizations
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Membership
Midwest Urban Strategies offers a unique collaborative network that connects urban workforce development organizations across the Midwest, fostering innovative solutions and sharing best practices to enhance regional economic growth.
Our organization's members gain access to a wealth of resources, including expert insights, funding opportunities, and powerful partnerships, all aimed at driving meaningful change in their communities.