How are immigrant-serving worker centers (often called “day laborer” centers) and community-based organizations partnering with community colleges to create skill-building opportunities for workers, including undocumented workers? Get a practical overview from experienced community college advocate Darlene Miller, Executive Director of the National Council for Workforce Education, who served as lead technical assistance provider for the foundation-funded Building Community Partnerships to Serve Immigrant Workers initiative. Then learn about on-the-ground examples from Nancy Miller, Director of Regional Adult Education Programs at Santa Rosa (CA) Junior College and Carola Otero Bracco, Executive Director of NeighborsLink Northern Westchester (NY). Bring your questions!
Speakers
- Amy Dean, Senior Consultant, Management Assistance Group
- Amanda Bergson-Shilcock, Director of Upskilling Policy, National Skills Coalition
- Darlene Miller, Executive Director, The National Council for Workforce Education
- Carola Otero Bracco, Executive Director, Neighbors Link
- Nancy Miller, Director of Regional Adult Education Programs, Santa Rosa Junior College