How Skilled Workers Are Keeping West Virginia’s Economy Strong
West Virginia has always been powered by hard work. From the industries that built our communities to the businesses that keep them running today, skilled workers are the foundation of […]
Voice From The Field: Justin Owcar
What is your name, and what do you do? Hi, I’m Justin Owcar president of the WV Filmmakers Guild. How did you become the president of the WV Filmmakers Guild? […]
Celebrating Achievements and Looking Forward: A Reflection from WVWW’s Leadership
As I look back on 2024, I am overwhelmed with pride for what WV Women Work has accomplished this year. What a transformation! We’ve seen women step into new roles, […]
The Growing Need for Women in Skilled Trades in West Virginia
In West Virginia, only 3.3% of construction and extraction workers are women, starkly contrasting with the national average of 11%. These figures underline the underrepresentation of women in critical industries […]
EEOC Commissioner Kalpana Kotagal Visits West Virginia Women Work
EEOC Commissioner Kalpana Kotagal recently visited the Morgantown location of West Virginia Women Work (WVWW), emphasizing the vital role of federal initiatives and local organizations in promoting diversity and equality […]
WV DHHR SNAP Employment and Training (SNAP E&T)Program
SNAP Employment & Training: The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources’ DHHR SNAP Employment & Training Program (SNAP E&T) is a free service available to most SNAP participants […]
Open Enrollment for Women’s Construction Pre-Apprenticeship Training
We are excited to announce that we will be holding an open enrollment session for our Step Up for Women Construction Pre-Apprenticeship training on January 26, 2023. The session will […]
Boosting Diversity in West Virginia’s Construction Industry: Hiring Women Will Address the Skilled Worker Shortage
As the construction industry continues to grow and thrive, one challenge that many states are facing is a shortage of skilled workers. West Virginia is no exception, and this shortage […]
Three Types of Registered Apprenticeships in West Virginia
Registered apprenticeships in West Virginia offer individuals the opportunity to learn a skilled trade through on-the-job training and classroom instruction. These programs are sponsored by employers, labor unions, or joint […]
West Virginia Women Work: Empowering Women through Pre-Apprenticeship
West Virginia Women Work, Inc. is a non-profit organization based in West Virginia that focuses on empowering women through education and employment opportunities. One of the key programs offered by […]