1. Executive Summary Workforce Opportunity for Rural Communities: Appalachian and Delta Regions 5/31/2019 Moderator(s): Robert Kight Speaker(s): Emela Halilovic, Aury Kangelos, Lynn Fraga
Run of Show
Introduction
:42
Background on ARC
3:51
Background on DRA
5:14
Background on WORC
7:05
Grants Overview
10:44
Eligibility
11:20
Grant Activities
14:20
Alignment with Economic Development
15:14
Application Information
18:00
Deadline
18:18
Links to FOA
19:06
Screening Requirements
20:20
Application Components
22:00
Project Narrative
22:54
Attachments
24:24
Application Review and Award
26:27
Performance Reporting
27:13
Applicant Support and Technical Assistance
31:00
Question and Answers
40:00
ETA/U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), in partnership with the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) and the Delta Regional Authority (DRA), announced the availability of up to $29.2 million to carry out dislocated worker demonstration projects. (
The WORC grants are designed to address the workforce and economic development challenges facing communities in the Appalachian and Delta regions.
Applications are due July 15, 2019 at 4 pm Eastern Standard Time.
This webinar offers a high-level overview of eligibility requirements, eligible activities, performance reporting and the application process.
Recording Link: Workforce Opportunity for Rural Communities: Appalachian and Delta Regions