MUS News

Breaking Membership News! We embarked on an inaugural membership drive earlier this year, and there was a lot to do to get the wheels on the bus! We are immensely proud to announce we have new members!

What is Wellbeing and What Does it Have to Do with Workforce Development? I first encountered the concept of wellbeing while working as the director of a juvenile detention center. The family court system had contracted Full Frame Initiative to review and revamp all the court's systems with the wellbeing of the people most impacted. In the detention center, this involved reviewing and revising forms and procedures. The work required understanding that as humans, we have domains of wellbeing that deserve balance and attention. The Five Domains of Wellbeing are: Social Connectedness, Safety, Stability, Mastery, and Meaningful Access to Relevant Resources.

MUS Connector – January Feature Article We are pleased to present to you Greater Cleveland Works, greaterclevelandworks.org. The new name and brand for the Cleveland-Cuyahoga County Workforce Development Board comes as we adopt a strategic plan that reflects our expanding role as a nonprofit. Our revamped organization is the result of years of research, exploration, and strategic discussions involving our board, staff, employers, job seekers, partners, and workforce development peers. We are grateful for your contributions to this process and continued support.

Building a Healthier Workforce Together: The Power of Collaboration in Workforce Development As workforce development professionals, our shared mission is to empower individuals and communities through meaningful employment and impactful programs. This January, as we focus on wellbeing and building programs with communities, we are reminded that collaboration is at the heart of achieving these goals.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Plans ​in Registered Apprenticeship Programs​

The International Day of Disabled Persons aims to promote the rights and well-being of persons with disabilities in all spheres of society and development. Persons with disabilities deserve to have every opportunity to thrive. On International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we commit to removing barriers and building a more accessible and inclusive workforce for all.

At our Motor City Momentum Convening, we were joined by Dana Williams, President & CEO of DESC and Terri Weems, Group Executive for Mayor's Workfroce Development Board and Detroit@Work. This amazing panel discussed the strategy behind development of the Detroit@Work workforce system and futue goals for success. We cannot thank them enough for their leadership and mentorship.

We are excited to share the kick off from our Motor City Momentum Convening in Detroit! We are grateful for all those that attended and for the sponsors that made it possible. Through out this week, we will be sharing content from the convening and the lessons learned! Stay Tuned!‍ https://youtu.be/AhhSGEk4tq0