Plans

Explore the 2021-2025 Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act (WIOA) Regional Strategic Plan for Southwest Ohio Areas 12 and 13. This comprehensive plan outlines the strategic vision, planning process results, and local workforce development systems that drive economic growth and opportunity in the region. Discover how these initiatives are shaping the future of the workforce in Southwest Ohio.

The WIOA Southwest Ohio Region 2021-2025 Strategic Plan is a collaborative effort between Ohio Area 13 and Area 12 to address labor market changes and economic recovery following the COVID-19 pandemic. Led by the Workforce Council of Southwest Ohio and BCW/Workforce, the Plan aims to strengthen the talent pipeline, support career pathways, and meet employer needs by modernizing service delivery and addressing challenges such as labor shortages, technology advancements, transportation, and childcare. Through regional collaboration and public feedback, the Plan seeks to enhance workforce resources and promote sustainable economic growth in Southwest Ohio