This section focuses on institutionalizing impact workforce strategies, providing guidance for setting goals, designing programs for retention, and setting the stage for transformative, long-term impact.
3.1 Goal Setting
- Who is at the table?
- Understand key terms
- Define “local”
- How to set goals
- Understanding goals over time
- Develop buy-in and sense of ownership across all levels of leadership
- Setting the groundwork and gaining trust for successful community relationships
3.2 Retention Strategies
- Trainings to promote belonging and inclusion
- Encourage long-term vision
- Provide wraparound services
- Collect feedback
- Maintain realistic expectations
3.3 Setting the Stage for Transformative Impact
- Design around data and metrics
- Create a workforce development department
- Survey your workforce policies and practices
- Map your community’s assets
- Plan for sustainability