Gay Htoo Paw, a 29-year-old single parent and refugee from the Thailand-Burma border with a Karen ethnic background, resides in Worthington, MN, living with her parents and caring for her five children. As a participant in the SNAP E&T program, Gay had a strong desire to become self-sufficient but faced challenges due to her limited […]
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Ramses, a student at the Learning Center in Worthington, Minnesota, was looking for a career change. He had experience working in customer service at Taco Johns and as an activity aide at South Shore Care Center, but he was yearning for a different path. That’s when he heard about the welding training program offered through
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Lizbeth wasn’t your typical candidate for welding training. A young mom at 19, her most recent experience came from waiting tables at her family’s business. But Lizbeth, a senior at Worthington Learning Center had the determination to build a better life for herself and her three-year-old son. That’s where the Southwest Minnesota Private Industry Council
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5/1/2024– The Southwest Minnesota Private Industry Council (PIC), a leading non-profit organization dedicated to fostering a thriving workforce across its 14-county service area, is excited to announce the launch of its redesigned website on May 1st, 2024. Partnering with Redwood Valley Technical Solutions, the revamped website aims to better serve the needs of job seekers,
Life can change in a moment, and that is what happened to Benito and his wife last June. Both were employed at HyLife in Windom, working full-time with good benefits and pay. Then, their lives were turned upside down when suddenly HyLife announced that the plant would be cloning and its nearly 1000+ employees, including
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Robert’s journey to a career as a truck driver began with a desire for stability and purpose at his age. He turned to the WIOA Adult program at the Southwest Minnesota Private Industry Council (PIC) (a CareerForce service provider),, where he found more than just education—he found a pathway to success. , Robert started on
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[Southwest Minnesota, April 1, 2024] — Southwest Minnesota Private Industry Council (PIC) is thrilled to announce receiving four grants aimed at enhancing the region’s Southwest Minnesota Workforce Development Board initiatives. These grants reflect the organization’s commitment to fostering economic growth, empowering individuals, and addressing the skills gap in Southwest Minnesota. In collaboration with key partners,
In the spirit of Women in Construction Week (March 3-9, 2024) and Women’s History Month, we are thrilled to share some news that reflects the heart of empowerment and opportunity for women in the workforce. At the Southwest Minnesota Private Industry Council, we are excited to announce our recent success securing the Women’s Economic Security Act
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Workforce Development Board Seeking Board Members Contact InformationSouthwest Minnesota Workforce Development BoardCarrie Bendix507-476-2188 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Workforce Development Board Seeking Board Members {Southwest Minnesota} The Southwest Minnesota Workforce Development Board (SW MN WDB) currently has openings for board members, including Private Sector Representatives from Big Stone County and Nobles County, as well as a Labor
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Bridging the gap between local employers and the next generation of professionals is a key workforce strategy for southwest Minnesota. A dedicated Youth Career Connector team collaborates with school districts and employers to organize hands-on events designed to introduce students to local employers and a wide array of career opportunities within Southwest Minnesota. Since the
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With the mission of educational and career opportunities for current and recently transitioned English Learners (EL) and first-generation students, LYFT Career Pathways, in collaboration with various partner organizations, successfully organized and executed the 3rd Annual Major Madness event. Held at SMSU on November 9th, 2023, and MN West on November 8th, 2023, the event attracted
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