As coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) spreads around the world and across the United States, many policymakers and public health officials are encouraging employers to tell workers to work remotely or to stay home when they or their family members are sick. There are significant questions, though, about how many people can work from home. Many U.S. […]
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MAX ALERT: Job Fairs and Other Workforce Events May Be On Hold For the Remainder of March
Following the advisement of the CDC, World Health Organization, and state and federal agencies to practice social distancing and avoid large gatherings due to COVID-19, many organizations have opted to postpone or suspend programs or events (job fairs, training workshops, informational sessions, etc. ) for the month of March. Some organizations have decided to postpone […]
MAX Academy to Convene Workforce Developers to Explore Resources with State Partners in February
On Wednesday, February 12th, the Metro Atlanta eXchange for Workforce Solutions (MAX), in partnership with Goodwill of North Georgia, will hold the MAX Academy: Exploring Resources with State Partners workshop from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM on Goodwill’s Decatur campus. The workshop will provide an opportunity to learn more about the programs and services available […]
MAX ALERT: Registration for the National Skills Coalition’s Annual Skills Summit for 2020 is Open
From the National Skills Coalition: At the 2020 Skills Summit you’ll have the chance to join the conversation by networking with workforce leaders from across the country and develop a relationship with your representatives in Congress. This year the 2020 Skills Summit includes: Moving the needle on Skills Policy. In February 2020, Congress will be on the verge […]