Announcing Our New Executive Director
We are pleased to announce that Zima Creason has been selected as the new Executive Director of the California EDGE Coalition.
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Improving Outcomes and Equity: Transforming How California Uses Data
On May 10th, the California EDGE Coalition sponsored a Capitol Legislative Briefing that featured presentations on how California can transform the way we collect, display, and use data to better inform all key stakeholders: individuals making life decisions, education and training providers, policymakers, businesses, regions, and researchers.
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May Revise Released
Last week, Governor Gavin Newsom released the May Revision to his proposed state budget. The revised budget continues the Administration’s focus on promoting prosperity for all Californians, while maintaining fiscal sustainability for the state at large. With revenue growth slightly higher than was previously projected, the revised budget makes investments into the state’s reserves and
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CA Higher Education Equity Coalition Creates Vision for a Statewide Longitudinal Data System
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Governor Newsom’s 2019-20 Budget Proposal
“The California Dream should be available to every Californian, not just a privileged few. This year’s budget presents the best opportunity in decades to move our state closer to that important goal.” Four days into his term, Governor Gavin Newsom released his 2019-20 proposed budget. With another year of economic growth, this budget is focused
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The Newsom Administration Releases Trailer Bills Language on Creating a State Longitudinal Data System
Governor Newsom’s administration has released trailer bill language to accompany the $10 M investment for the development of a state longitudinal data system (SDLS) in his proposed budget.
Making Certificate and Degree Completion More Affordable and Accessible for Low-Wage Workers
Many Californians face significant financial, educational and navigational barriers to completing the education and training they need to succeed in today’s labor market. Read our latest publication, Making Certificate and Degree Completion More Affordable and Accessible for Low-Wage Workers
Skills for California Summit Launches New Advocacy Network
On February 25-26, over 100 advocates and practitioners from throughout California came together for the 2019 Skills for California Summit. The attendees included representatives from over 40 organizations in support of a workforce education and training agenda targeted at closing the skill and equity gaps in California. Participants represented business, labor, workforce, community college, community-based and philanthropic organizations.
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California EDGE Coalition: Goals 2019
Creating upskilling opportunities for low-wage working adults that lead to career pathways into higher-wage employment is just one of the goals of California EDGE Coalition in 2019.
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EDGE Coalition to Serve as California’s Lead Partner for SkillSPAN, a National Skills Network
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