Making Manufacturing Great Again

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.