The Pennsylvania Workforce Development Association (PWDA) launched its Policy & Advocacy Fellowship Program (PAFP) in 2021 to raise the collective capacity of its members to engage in workforce development advocacy at the federal, state, county, and local level. Selected Fellows receive intensive training on the federal and state legislative, administrative, and appropriations processes, and tangible experiences in developing and utilizing advocacy strategies. Participation is by application only; entrance is in PWDA’s sole discretion with judging criteria set forth in writing and posted on the PWDA website. The PAFP launches each year at the PWDA Symposium in the Fall and concludes at the PWDA Annual Conference in May. Fellows are expected to attend each session of the PAFP and complete all projects and assignments. Fellows may be removed from the program if they have unexcused absences or fail to complete program projects and assignments. 2021 Fellows - The Inaugural Class Angelic Hardy, Lock Haven University
Anna Ramos, Lancaster County Workforce Development Board
Dillon Moore, Partner4Work
Gwen Ross, PA Dept. of Community & Economic Development
Hillary Lyle, SCPA Works
Jamece Joyner, PhilaWorks
Jennifer Diaz, Goodwill Keystone Area
Judd R. Pittman, PA Dept. of Education
Kim Bell, Rosedale Technical College
Lauren Holubec, Harrisburg University
Markese Long, Partner4Work
Marlyn Barbosa, Tec Centro SACA
Mary Turner, Reading Area Community College
Pam Streich, Workforce Solutions for North Central PA
Shuana Davis, PA Dept. of Labor & Industry
Tara Dwyer, PA Office of Child Development and Early Learning
Our 16 fellows graduated on January 26, 2022! View some of their advocacy efforts: Group 3 - Serving Vulnerable Populations
Group 4 - Sharing Data Across Systems
Participation Requirements & Expectations Fellows can expect:
Fellows (or their organizations) are expected to pay their own expenses and manage their own travel accommodations. Have a Question? Email Us at [email protected] |