Work Innovation and Opportunity Act and Job Quality
Type
Policy Brief or Report
Year
-
Level
City or Town, County, State
State(s)
All States
Policy Areas
Democracy & Governance, Economic Justice, Finance & Procurement
Through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), local governments can leverage training funds to improve job quality. This guide recommends using WIOA plans to offer employment incentives including higher wages, paid leave, reliable and flexible schedules, and career development opportunities. It also highlights a successful case study that fostered industry partnerships and invested in additional training opportunities for workers.