Momentum is Building—Help Us Make Pathways to Progress 2026 Even Stronger
We’re excited to announce that we’re already getting ready for 2026. Save the date for next year’s conference – May 14, 2026, in Charleston.
In the meantime, we’d love your feedback to help make the next event even better.
Broadband
GWV Navigating Changes to Digital Equity Funding
Generation WV has been working with communities across the state to assist them in advancing their digital equity efforts. This includes getting communities ready to apply for grants through the WV Office of Broadband’s Digital Opportunity Grant for digital skills training, device distribution, and local planning.
We have learned that, as of May 9, the State’s Digital Equity Act funding has been terminated and that approximately $7 million in funds for WV communities has been cancelled. We are currently working to restructure our services to continue to support our communities’ efforts in closing the digital divide.
NewForce
You're Invited: NewForce Demo Day
On Thursday, May 29, join Generation WV and the NewForce team for Demo Day, a virtual event where trainees showcase the capstone projects they’ve developed over the past five months. While Demo Day is a graduation requirement, it’s also a unique hiring opportunity —employers will get a firsthand look at the technical skills, critical thinking, and diverse professional backgrounds these future data analysts bring to the table.
Sessions:
Morning: 9:00–11:30 AM
Afternoon: 1:00–3:30 PM
Attend one or both—each session features the same project demos.
Location: Virtual (Zoom link shared after registration)
Expect impressive, real-world projects and explore the Demo Day Prospectus to learn more about each presentation.
Fellowship
GWV Fellowship Session 1 Kicks Off in Morgantown!
Generation WV’s 2025 Fellowship officially begins this month with an exciting first session in Morgantown, WV, from May 29–31. Fellows will gather at the Waterfront Hotel for check-in and an opening orientation led by GWV Executive Director Alex Weld, followed by dinner and team-building activities. The weekend continues with a CliftonStrengths workshop led by WVU Purpose, a behind-the-scenes tour of Mylan Puskar Stadium, and a deep dive into NASA’s IV&V Program in Fairmont.
Fellows will also connect with local leaders in Marion County during a panel focused on the county’s young leaders in public service, enjoy regional cuisine, and explore local innovation with Ascend WV and Vantage Ventures. Special thanks to our session sponsors and partners: Dustin Crutchfield, David Kirk, and the City of Fairmont, Civic & Environmental Consultants, EQT, and Huntington Bank for making this inspiring kickoff possible!
Career Connector
Featured Jobs as part of our
Generational Talent Search Program
Full-Charge Bookkeeper – Woodlands Development & Lending (Elkins, WV)
Put your QuickBooks and accounting skills to work supporting community development projects—from housing to small business lending—in North Central WV. Full- or part-time role for someone who thrives in mission-driven work and nonprofit finance.
Program Coordinator – The EdVenture Group (WV – Remote with Travel)
Help bring innovative education programs to life by coordinating impactful projects that support schools and communities. Ideal for detail-oriented early-career professionals who are passionate about education and ready to grow in a mission-driven environment.
Director of Educational Design – Pickering Associates (Parkersburg, WV)
Lead and grow educational design projects across WV and beyond! If you have 10+ years in educational construction, love working with clients, and want to shape the future of K–12 and higher ed facilities, this full-time leadership role could be your next move.
Check Out These Opportunities from our Partners!
- Learn About UC’s Doctor of Executive Leadership Program – Exclusive Webinar April 28: University of Charleston will be hosting an informational webinar on April 28 for people to learn more about their Doctor of Executive Leadership (DEL) program in the University of Charleston School of Leadership. Friends of GWV will receive 10% off tuition for any of UC’s leadership programs. Learn more.
- Generation United States SaaS Sales Development Representative Training Program: Applications Now Open: Generation United States’ free training program prepares participants for roles as Sales Development Representatives (SDR), a critical position within any sales team. Applications due May 6. Learn more.