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February Newsletter

🚨 Last Call! Applications for the GWV Fellowship close on March 16, 2025! This year-long program offers professional development, mentorship, and networking to young professionals in West Virginia.

Meanwhile, GWV’s Broadband Technical Assistance Webinar Series returns March 18, covering grant hunting and broadband funding strategies. NewForce trainees gain industry insights, while the upcoming Level Up initiative helps alumni sharpen their SQL skills.

In employer news, Vandalia Health is investing in workforce development through the GWV Fellowship, and Mitchell Chevrolet successfully hired talent via the Career Connector Job Board.

📅 Mark your calendar for Pathways to Progress, GWV’s workforce innovation conference on May 8, 2025, at the Charleston Marriott Town Center! Learn strategies for talent retention, funding, and the future of work.

🔗 Don’t miss out—apply, register, and get involved today!

February Newsletter

In employer news, Vandalia Health is investing in workforce development through the GWV Fellowship, and Mitchell Chevrolet successfully hired talent via the Career Connector Job Board.

🔗 Don’t miss out—apply, register, and get involved today!

Tips and Best Practices for Creating a Job Posting That Attracts Qualified Talent

By Jen Iskow, GWV Marketing & Communications Manager Seventy-seven percent of employers reported difficulty finding skilled talent in a 2023 survey, a trend that has spiked since 2020. But is the US experiencing a labor shortage? According to research led by the workforce development non-profit Opportunity@Work, a wealth of skilled

January Newsletter

Join Generation West Virginia for Pathways to Progress, an inaugural conference dedicated to shaping WV’s workforce future! Network with young professionals, employers, and educators to explore strategies for talent retention and workforce innovation. Plus, don’t miss GWV’s Broadband Technical Assistance Webinar Series to drive digital equity in WV. Meanwhile, NewForce kicks off its latest cohort with a cutting-edge data analytics curriculum, and applications for the GWV Fellowship 2025 are now open! Stay ahead in your career with Career Connector, now enhanced with Workable’s recruitment tools. Learn more and get involved today!

The Power of Professional Development: Retaining Young Talent in West Virginia

by Jen Iskow, GWV Marketing & Communications Manager West Virginia has long been celebrated for its stunning landscapes, close-knit communities, and rich cultural heritage. Yet, for years, young professionals in the Mountain State have faced a pressing challenge: finding fulfilling career opportunities that empower them to grow without leaving

Generation West Virginia to Host Inaugural Conference: “Pathways to Progress – Charting a Course for WV’s Future Workforce”

[Charleston, WV] — Generation West Virginia (GWV) is thrilled to announce its inaugural conference, “Pathways to Progress: Charting a Course for West Virginia’s Future Workforce,” taking place on May 8th, 2025, at the Marriott Town Center in Charleston, West Virginia. This groundbreaking event will bring together leaders, innovators, and changemakers

Generation West Virginia Celebrates the Graduation of the 2024 Fellowship Class, Empowering Young Leaders Across the State

Generation West Virginia (GWV) is proud to announce the graduation of the GWV Fellowship Class of 2024 that took place on December 7 in a ceremony held in Charleston. This leadership development training program for young professionals gave Fellows the opportunity to learn from seasoned professionals across West Virginia, from

Generation West Virginia’s Annie Stroud Honored with 2024 Power of Performance Award

Princeton, W.Va. – December 4, 2024 — Generation West Virginia (GWV) proudly celebrates Broadband Program Director Annie Stroud as the recipient of the “Changing Lives” Power of Performance Award, presented during the seventh annual Small Communities, BIG Solutions (SCBS) Conference held November 20-22 in Princeton, West Virginia. The award honors

Generation West Virginia Publishes Digital Equity Plans for 18 Counties

Generation West Virginia (GWV) is pleased to announce the completion of digital equity plans for 18 counties throughout West Virginia. These plans, created through collaboration with community members, are intended to improve digital access, affordability, and skills based on each community’s needs. Plans have been created for the following counties:

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Digital Inclusion Week: Bridging the Digital Divide in West Virginia

As we celebrate Digital Inclusion Week, it’s important to reflect on what digital inclusion and equity truly mean—and why they matter so much for West Virginians. In today’s increasingly digital world, access to high-speed internet, technology, and the skills to use them are no longer luxuries—they are necessities for everyday

Generation West Virginia Expands NewForce with Data Analytics Program

A New Pathway to High-Tech Careers for West Virginians September 16th, 2024 – West Virginia – Generation West Virginia (GWV) is excited to announce a new addition to its flagship NewForce program: a Data Analytics curriculum for the next cohort, launching in January 2025. This move reflects the growing demand

Request for Proposals: NewForce Sustainability Consultant

Generation West Virginia seeks a contracted professional to create and support the organization in executing a sustainability plan for its NewForce program.