Rapid Reskill Employment Recovery National Dislocated Worker Grants

The Rapid Reskill Employment Recovery National Dislocated Worker Grants opportunity is designed to support innovative models for the rapid reskilling and reemployment of dislocated workers. The grants will focus on filling critical talent gaps in domestic manufacturing, aerospace, energy production, construction, and other occupations necessary for the reindustrialization agenda. The program aims to rapidly connect workers affected by layoffs to employment and training services leading to high-wage, in-demand occupations. The grants will support projects that deliver employment and training services to quickly assess participants' prior experience and existing skillsets and chart a course to an in-demand occupation or industry. Key features of the program include: • Rapid engagement and enrollment • Individualized re-employment plans • Short-term, intensive training • Rapid placement in employment and/or paid work-based learning • Encouraged innovation activities, such as relocation support, employer contributions, and career coaching • Allowable activities, including career services, training services, and supportive services Eligible applicants include states, local workforce development boards, entities eligible for funding through the WIOA Section 166(c) Indian and Native American program, and other entities determined to be appropriate by the Governor of the state or outlying area involved.