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Melissa Bias

Executive Director at Region 2 Workforce Development Board

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Organization: Region 2 Workforce Development Board · WV

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Malissa Dishman
EO Officer/Rapid Response Coordinator/Business Services

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Aug 7, 2026StrategicPlan

Board

Southwestern West Virginia Region 2 Workforce Development Board Local Strategic Plan 2024-2028

This Local Strategic Plan for the Southwestern West Virginia Region 2 Workforce Development Board outlines a four-year roadmap to stimulate effective economic, education, and workforce development. The plan focuses on four key goals: providing work-based learning opportunities, reducing barriers to sustainable employment, implementing effective sector strategies, and fostering integration and innovation in service delivery. Its overarching vision is to educate and develop certified skilled workers for local businesses, aiming to improve and sustain productive workers, create successful communities, and facilitate access to higher-wage jobs within the region.

Oct 3, 2023BoardMeeting

Board

Region 2 Workforce West Virginia One-Stop Partner Meeting Minutes

The meeting included various organizational updates and program initiatives. Discussions covered employment and housing support services, including efforts to assist individuals with obtaining identification documentation through housing authority resources. Other topics included the upcoming terminology shift to "GED" effective in 2024, updates on the ABAWD program's community service requirements, and clarification on youth program eligibility criteria. Planning efforts for an upcoming Career Fair were detailed, involving coordination with local high schools and vocational programs. Additionally, possibilities for community pop-up events in the Logan area were discussed to increase outreach.

Dec 5, 2023BoardMeeting

Board

Region 2 Work Force West Virginia One-Stop Partner Meeting Minutes

The meeting included discussions on the results of the recent career fair and National Apprenticeship week. Announcements were made regarding an upcoming career fair at Southern University Campus and a Pop-Up event in Winfield. Partners discussed the 'No Wrong Door' and 'Find Help. Org' initiatives, the need for partner participation at the AJC, and the scheduling of Pop-Up events in Huntington and Lavalette. Additional topics included DRS services, National Juvenile Advocacy, AJC referrals, micro-credentials, senior services, and various client barriers such as transportation, childcare, and cell phone service.

Jun 6, 2023BoardMeeting

Board

Region 2 Workforce West Virginia One Stop Partner Meeting Minutes

The meeting included an update on the RFP process, the distribution of a program flyer regarding Proud Choices, and an announcement about the upcoming semester for Huntington Junior College. Additionally, discussions covered new SNAP requirements effective July 1st, upcoming virtual webinars and job fairs, and services offered to help individuals overcome barriers to employment. A guest speaker also presented on opportunities available to veterans through the JVSG and DVOP programs for securing steady employment.

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