WIA (Workforce Investment Act): Federal funds for remediation, literacy and job training programs in schools and community agencies. Programs serve adults and dropouts needing academic work to prepare for specific jobs.

Work Investment System Philosophy

• Will have universal access for all
• Will be organized around one-stops
• Has strong year-round youth component
• Target groups
  • Adults
  • Youths
  • Dislocated workers
• Must be implemented by July 1, 2000
• Will take five years to completely implement

Workforce Investment Boards

• To be determined by state
• 13 early implement states (July 1, 1999)
• Local power is key
• Feds love "high tech, low touch"
• New philosophy "train, place and work with 'em"
• Will assess client "needs" not eligibility
• Youth program governance is different than regular WIB program
• Money to be spent on Summer Youth will be decided by local board