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Nashville event hosts employers and workforce development leaders from across the nation to focus on job training and AI solutions NASHVILLE – The National Governors Association (NGA) Workforce Development Policy Institute met this week in Nashville, bringing together governors’ workforce advisors from 40 states and territories. Across two days of conversations, participants examined forces…
On Thursday, July 16th, the National Governors Association (NGA) hosted its monthly briefing for the Criminal Justice Policy Advisors (CJPA) network and the network of Governors Education Policy Advisors (GEPA). The briefing highlighted best practices and approaches to public safety at higher education institutions, with a special focus on the safety concerns at campus events […] The post Briefing…
Rural Health Transformation Program Insights (Download) Maternal and child health (MCH) outcomes continue to raise national concern despite ongoing targeted initiatives, community-based interventions, and executive measures aimed at improving population health and saving lives. Although maternal mortality rates have decreased in recent years, the United States has seen maternal deaths well above…
Louisiana’s experience, which has been built on strong pilots that are maturing into a statewide model, offer a few clear takeaways for governors looking to launch similar efforts. (Download) Why Degree Apprenticeships? State Challenge: Louisiana faces a persistent shortage of qualified teachers, and the cost of a teaching degree has proven to be a barrier […] The post Building Degree…
Structurally aligning apprenticeship offices and higher education agencies can significantly reduce friction in program development and help ensure that competencies, curriculum and employer needs are built together cohesively from the start. (Download) Why Degree Apprenticeships? State Challenge: North Carolina has a long history of work-based learning and apprenticeship options, yet it faces…
Megan Bennett and Chelsi Merry-Chang of the Aspen Institute’s Education and Society Program join NGA to discuss bold new ideas for enhancing the role of the school principal—as well as where these approaches are already taking shape and how states can help move them forward. Resources The post Reimagining and Strengthening the Role of the School Principal appeared first on National Governors…
Youth apprenticeships represent a powerful tool for governors to provide opportunities for young people to gain skills and certifications for in-demand careers through industry-led program models. By advancing youth apprenticeship policy tailored to their states’ and territories’ unique landscapes and industries, governors can position youth to succeed while addressing growing demand for workers…
OKLAHOMA CITY – Newly elected NGA Chair Maryland Gov. Wes Moore and outgoing NGA Chair Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt closed out the 2026 NGA Summer Meeting Saturday by highlighting the major priorities, policies and initiatives that will guide NGA’s work in the coming year. Moore Elected National Governors Association Chair, Launches “Service United” Campaign Gov. Moore was elected chair […] The post…
A series of conversations with nationally recognized experts in the education field on strategies and promising practices for strengthening educator recruitment and retention, including for advancing school leadership policies and priorities at the gubernatorial and state level, hosted by the NGA’s Center for Best Practices K-12 Education Team. For additional information, research, and resources…
OKLAHOMA CITY – Newly elected National Governors Association (NGA) Chair Maryland Gov. Wes Moore Governor today delivered remarks at the 2026 NGA Summer Meeting to officially launch “Service United,” the governor’s signature campaign as chair of the bipartisan organization that represents governors across 50 states and 5 territories. Governor Moore’s “Service United” launch remarks as delivered:…
