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  • Governors Leading Economic Development

    Governors are their states’ chief economic ambassadors, touting the unique advantages their states offer to businesses, and advocating a host of policies – from education to infrastructure to energy to tax benefits – ...

  • Maternal Mental Health Week 2025

    Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week is an opportunity to recognize and discuss mental health conditions that can arise during and after pregnancy. This year, the week is dedicated to the theme “Storytelling Saves ...

  • Let’s Get Ready to Improve the Value of Education

    How can we reshape the education system to promote economic mobility? How should we assess the value of a diploma? What role do life skills play in career success, and how do we measure them? How can we ensure states are ...

  • Fentanyl Awareness Day 2025

    Tuesday, April 29th marks the 4th annual National Fentanyl Awareness Day. This is a day of reflection and remembrance of those loved ones lost to the drug overdose crisis, as well as a day of action and education.   In ...

  • Governors Advancing Workforce Development – April 2025

    From classrooms to careers, workforce development is a top priority for Governors who know that a strong economy starts with a strong, skilled workforce. Here are some of the stories we read in April that highlight ...

  • Workforce Investments for A Robust Health Ecosystem

    To help commemorate National Public Health Week 2025, this publication is part of an NGA series that explores policies, programs and considerations to improve population health. Addressing health needs through state and ...

  • Community Resilience & Mental Health

    To help commemorate National Public Health Week 2025, this publication is part of a NGA series that explores policies, programs and considerations to improve population health. As natural disasters and extreme weather ...

  • State and Territorial Workforce Development Successes

    State and territory workforce development programs are crucial for addressing local labor market needs by providing training and education that align with current industry demands. These programs also support economic growth ...

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