Getting Involved with Burlington Vermont Work Force

If you are interested in getting involved in the LCWIB and sharing ideas about education and training, maximizing results of workforce development efforts, want to have a voice in developing school curriculum, or upgrade your employees skills, Please contact Lisa Quinlan or 863-3489 ext. 221.

Join A Committee

Adult Education Council (AEC): The LCWIB hosts the regional Adult Education Council. This council is comprised of education and training providers, state agency representatives and employers. They meet monthly to examine better ways to collaborate and coordinate adult services through a regional adult education plan. This plan, updated regularly includes demographic information and statistics on literacy, employment, and poverty and a specific action plan that addresses strategies for assisting adults in overcoming a variety of barriers to employment. The Council has sponsored annually a Career Awareness Conference and Disabilities Forum to assist in developing these strategies.

Grants Committee: The LCWIB Grants Committee must approve all Vermont Department of Labor education and training grant applications submitted by local schools, employers or training providers. The Committee sets regional criteria and provides technical assistance to applicants. Grant presentations are given to LCWIB members during their quarterly meetings and if appropriate, the LCWIB provides its approval. Click here for information on Workforce Education and Training Fund grants and Next Generation Funding opportunities. Click here for information on the Vermont Training Program.

Executive Committee: This committee meets monthly or as needed to assist staff in implementing the vision and mission of the organization and assist with strategic planning and fundraising activities. This committee is only open to officers and committee chairs but guest speakers are welcome.

Workforce Development Accelerated Response Team (WDART): The WDART provides employer outreach and response to the ever-changing demands of the workplace. The group convenes industry stakeholders to develop solutions for gaps in the workforce and works collaboratively with state agencies, education and training providers, and community partners to implement those solutions.