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A Framework to Promote Diversity and Inclusion in Workforce Development in Southeast States (Project E5)

项目名称：	A Framework to Promote Diversity and Inclusion in Workforce Development in Southeast States (Project E5)
摘要：	A number of national organizations, such as the American Public Transit Association (APTA), have recently started establishing a diversity and inclusion council or committee to draft a policy guide or prepare a strategic plan to address multifaceted equity issues their constituents face. The urgency of addressing equity and inclusion within the workforce became more evident since the Covid-19 pandemic started. Besides, numerous other factors impact the effectiveness of the transportation workforce. For instance, as many transportation workers are retiring, there is a need and opportunity to increase diversity and promote inclusion in training, recruiting, and workforce retention. Building a diverse workforce that reflects communities’ demographics and investing in future generations of transportation professionals are a few steps federal, state, and regional transportation agencies can take to start the journey towards a more diverse and inclusive work environment. Through reviewing the state of practice and identifying future needs, this project will develop a framework for training, recruiting, and retaining workers to promote diversity and enhance inclusion within the transportation workforce. Building on national and regional efforts, the findings of this project will help southeast DOTs, LTAPs, professional organizations, and the private sector to step forward and reaffirm their commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workforce. Transportation scholars and practitioners will also use this project's results to develop professional training workshops centered on equity, diversity, and inclusion within the transportation workforce.
状态：	Active
资金：	114937
资助组织：	Office of the Assistant Secretary for Research and Technology
项目负责人：	Tucker-Thomas, Dawn
执行机构：	University of Florida Transportation Institute<==>University of Alabama, Birmingham<==>The Citadel
开始时间：	20210801
预计完成日期：	20220930
主题领域：	Education and Training；Policy；Society；Transportation (General)