WILLCT

WILLCT stands for the "Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act – Competitive Local Workforce Development." It is a program designed to fund local workforce development initiatives through a competitive grant process. These grants are awarded to local workforce development boards and their partners who propose innovative and effective strategies to connect job seekers with employers and training opportunities.

The primary goal of WILLCT is to support the development of a skilled and adaptable workforce that meets the current and future needs of the economy. Projects funded by WILLCT often focus on areas such as demand-driven training, career pathways, apprenticeships, and services for specific populations like youth, dislocated workers, and individuals with disabilities. The competitive nature of the grants encourages creativity and the adoption of best practices in workforce development.

These initiatives aim to improve employment outcomes, increase wages, and enhance the overall competitiveness of the local and regional economies. By investing in innovative approaches, WILLCT seeks to build a more robust and responsive workforce system.