“Workforce development, an American approach to economic development, attempts to enhance a region's economic stability and prosperity by focusing on people rather than businesses. It essentially develops a human-resources strategy.” ewikipedia.org/wiki/Workforce_development

Also: “Workforce development is a term used to describe employment initiative services offered by agencies and government programs. Across the United States, cities and small communities embrace workforce development because it is an essential component in creating, sustaining and retaining a viable workforce. Through workforce development, communities are able to create social and economic prosperity.” By Kay Wiki 9/26/17

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