https://www.goodwill.org/category/blog/advocate/ Local Goodwills are nonprofits that help people overcome challenges to build skills, find jobs and grow their careers. #PowerOfWork Thu, 13 Jun 2024 19:45:00 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://www.goodwill.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/cropped-goodwill-site-icon-nobg-32x32.png https://www.goodwill.org/category/blog/advocate/ 32 32 https://www.goodwill.org/blog/advocate/modernizing-the-workforce-system/ https://www.goodwill.org/blog/advocate/modernizing-the-workforce-system/#respond Thu, 13 Jun 2024 19:42:20 +0000 https://www.goodwill.org/?p=762147 The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) is due for reauthorization. WIOA is the primary federal workforce development law. It supports a nationwide network of one-stop career centers through which job seekers receive career services and training opportunities, including job search assistance, education, supportive services, and on-the-job training.]]> https://www.goodwill.org/blog/advocate/modernizing-the-workforce-system/feed/ 0 https://www.goodwill.org/blog/advocate/fiscal-year-2025-appropriations-process/ Thu, 23 May 2024 15:57:01 +0000 https://www.goodwill.org/?p=762065 The Congressional Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25) Appropriations Process is getting underway for the fiscal year that begins October 1. House Appropriations Committee Chair Tom Cole released the topline allocations for the 12 subcommittees. House Republicans propose a 6 percent cut to non-defense programs, while increasing military spending by about 1 percent.]]> https://www.goodwill.org/blog/advocate/get-to-know-goodwill-during-goodwill-week/ Thu, 09 May 2024 20:18:33 +0000 https://www.goodwill.org/?p=762000 Every year during the first full week of May, local Goodwill organizations across the U.S. and Canada celebrate Goodwill Week to shine a light on the Goodwill mission — transforming lives through the power of work.]]> https://www.goodwill.org/blog/advocate/older-americans-month-2024-powered-by-connection/ Thu, 02 May 2024 17:04:51 +0000 https://www.goodwill.org/?p=761975 For more than 60 years, Older Americans Month (OAM) has been observed each May to celebrate the many contributions that older adults make in their communities, families and in the workforce. Led by the Administration for Community Living at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the theme for OAM 2024 is Powered by Connection, which recognizes the profound impact that meaningful relationships and connectedness have on the health, well-being, and independence of older individuals.]]> https://www.goodwill.org/blog/advocate/goodwill-on-the-hill-highlights/ Thu, 25 Apr 2024 22:08:05 +0000 https://www.goodwill.org/?p=761933 https://www.goodwill.org/blog/advocate/be-an-advocate-and-participate-in-goodwills-virtual-advocacy-day-4/ Thu, 18 Apr 2024 15:22:13 +0000 https://www.goodwill.org/?p=761889 Today Goodwill advocates from around the country including organization Presidents and CEO, mission leaders, communication professionals, volunteer board members and more, will meet with hundreds of lawmakers and staff to discuss investments in America’s workers, changes to the workforce development system, the impact of tax policies on nonprofits, and Goodwills’ role in textile recycling.]]> https://www.goodwill.org/blog/advocate/be-a-virtual-advocate-during-goodwill-on-the-hill/ Fri, 12 Apr 2024 13:01:49 +0000 https://www.goodwill.org/?p=761873 https://www.goodwill.org/blog/advocate/second-chance-month-2024/ Thu, 04 Apr 2024 15:38:30 +0000 https://www.goodwill.org/?p=761853 Many people who have been involved in the criminal justice system, particularly those reentering their communities after a period of incarceration, will face challenges securing safe housing, enrolling in education and training, accessing basic services, and getting a good job.]]> https://www.goodwill.org/blog/advocate/congress-finalizes-fy24-funding/ Thu, 28 Mar 2024 20:48:34 +0000 https://www.goodwill.org/?p=761464 https://www.goodwill.org/blog/advocate/white-house-announces-fy25-budget-plan/ Thu, 14 Mar 2024 18:09:02 +0000 https://www.goodwill.org/?p=761246 As lawmakers on Capitol Hill continue their work to finalize federal funding for the current fiscal year, the Biden Administration is pushing forward with its plans for FY25 funding with the release of the President’s annual budget request to Congress. The White House touted the $7.3 trillion budget plan as a continuation of the Administration’s efforts to lower costs for families, protect and strengthen Medicare and Social Security, and reduce the budget deficit by $3 trillion over the next ten years.]]>