Lowe's Foundation launches coalition for skilled trades
The Lowe's Foundation has launched the Building Futures Skilled Trades Coalition, aiming to train one million people for the US labor market. The coalition includes over 75 founding members.
The Lowe's Foundation has launched the Building Futures Skilled Trades Coalition, an initiative aimed at addressing the United States' labor shortage. The coalition comprises over 75 founding members, with a stated goal of training and developing one million individuals for the American workforce.
Key founding partners in the coalition include major corporations such as NVIDIA, AT&T, Bank of America, Carrier, General Motors, DEWALT, and Duke Energy. Their collective aim is to establish a nationally coordinated action plan to meet the growing demand for skilled trades professionals.
The initiative comes in response to a recognized shortfall in skilled labor across various industries in the U.S. By providing training programs and development opportunities, the coalition seeks to bridge this gap and support the nation's economic infrastructure.
According to the Lowe's Foundation, the coalition also intends to raise the profile of skilled trades careers as viable and attractive employment options. The effort is expected to foster growth within the sector and ensure a qualified pipeline of workers for future demands.