1. National Association of Workforce Development Professionals Meet NAWDP! How Can NAWDP Help You?

2. National Association of Workforce Development Professionals NAWDP …a professional association for individuals working in employment and training and related workforce development programs.

3. NAWDP Overview Created 1989 Non-profit tax status Founded to provide professional development and representation to all individuals in the workforce development field Approximately 4,000 members from across the profession National Association of Workforce Development Professionals

4. Representing Workforce Development Professionals across the System One Stop Centers Faith and Community Based Organizations Workforce Investment Boards Economic Development Government Agencies Welfare Offices Correctional Facilities Educational Institutions Research Organizations National Association of Workforce Development Professionals

5. NAWDP Supports Professionals! Improve your Effectiveness at Work Expand and Strengthen your Professional Relationships Leverage Expertise from all Aspects of the Workforce Development System Showcase your Achievements and Abilities National Association of Workforce Development Professionals

6. Improving Effectiveness – Keep up with the latest trends through The Advantage and our professional journal The Journal of Workforce Development – Receive breaking news from Capitol Hill through NAWDP’s Legislative Alerts and Washington Update – Utilize NAWDP’s bookstore National Association of Workforce Development Professionals

7. Professional Relationships – Utilize our online options to connect – Network with peers at our regional and national conferences – Inspire excellence in others by becoming a CWDP Reviewer or a Member of one of NAWDP’s Committees National Association of Workforce Development Professionals

8. Leveraging Expertise – Learn about new aspects of workforce development through NAWDP’s e-learning opportunities – Expand your expertise by participating in our Youth Development Symposium and Annual Conference – Contribute to the Profession by submitting articles for our publications National Association of Workforce Development Professionals

9. Showcase Achievement! – Promote your own Excellence through the Certified Workforce Development Professional (CWDP) and its four Endorsements – Receive recognition for your Accomplishments through NAWDP’s Advancement of the Profession Awards Program – Share your Experience with Others by Presenting at one of NAWDP’s many Professional Development Offerings National Association of Workforce Development Professionals

10. Benefits of CWDP Credential CWDP provides the professional with: Personal pride A sense of purpose Direction for personal and career development Improved ability to meet the need of individuals and the community National Association of Workforce Development Professionals

11. NAWDP is About Value Connection to nationwide front line staff Connection to Washington DC – Updates of what is happening – Chance to impact what is happening Best conference for employment and training The Journal of Workforce Development Advantage Newsletter Ability to have articles published on a nationwide basis Job Bank listings National Association of Workforce Development Professionals Professional networks CWDP and endorsements Career development opportunities Access to “Best Practices” Referrals for staff development training On-line “One-Stop Center” Publications library Regional training workshops Information exchange

12. In Short..NAWDP Develops policies that strengthen workforce development Delivers quality professional development to help ensure that our members are effective and efficient Provides a forum where professionals from across the industry can share, learn and improve! Invest in your career and in the professional development of your staff!

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14. For More Information The National Association of Workforce Development Professionals 1133 19 th Street, NW – 4 th Floor Washington, DC 20036 202-589-1790 www.nawdp.org