Make Your Voice Heard in Congress! Virtual Conference Pre-recorded breakout sessions: September 7, 14, 2021 Live Sessions: September 14, 16, 22, 2021 With large amounts of new funding being discussed in Congress and a recovery still in process, LDDs need to know what’s being proposed, how to most effectively utilize this funding, and how […]
Continue ReadingBest Practices in ARC Revolving Loan Funds LAST CHANCE TO GET REGISTERED September 1, 8, 15, 22, 27 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM EST More Information Agenda Register Federal funds are becoming widely available to support economic recovery and small business lending while the Appalachian Regional Commission is announcing new RLF guidance. Join other […]
Continue ReadingWhat’s happening in Washington? Virtual Conference Live Sessions: September 14, 16, 22, 2021 Pre-recorded breakout sessions: September 7, 14, 2021 The Washington Scoop on Rural Development Tuesday, September 14 9:00 AM Eastern The 2021 DDAA Virtual Annual Conference will introduce attendees to ARC Federal Co-Chair Gayle Manchin and ARC Executive Director Brandon McBride. There’s […]
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Continue ReadingThe Recovery-to-Work Ecosystem Cohort Learning Academy concluded on April 30, with a final meeting for the regional teams on April 27. Regional teams created videos sharing their accomplishments.
Continue ReadingMembers of the Recovery-to-Work Cohort Learning Academy regional teams joined a recent learning community call on employer resources, which was aimed at building on the lessons learned during a similar call focused on employer engagement.
Continue ReadingTo support the Academy teams in implementing these plans, DDAA is hosting a series of Recovery-to-Work Learning Community calls to provide a space for team members to meet with peers to discuss challenges, best practices, needs, and opportunities for collaboration. The first call of the Learning Communities was on employer engagement.
Continue ReadingOn November 5, 2020, DDAA held a Town Hall for event for LDD executive directors to discuss how they are using CARES Act funds made available to LDDs through the Economic Development Administration. DDAA surveyed participants on their activities and best practices and held follow-up interviews over the coming weeks. This report shares DDAA’s findings, seeking to summarize experiences to date and inform LDDs moving forward about their peer’s efforts.
Continue ReadingDEADLINE EXTENDED: Friday, November 20, 2020 Background: Reflecting the current uncertainty about the public health situation and the desire to meet in person in 2021, the DDAA Board of Directors has decided to postpone the 2020 Annual Conference by several weeks into the late spring or early summer. DDAA is also extending the deadline of […]
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