Crowder College has partnered with the University of Central Arkansas, University of Arkansas, Northwest Arkansas Community College, and the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis to host Workforce Strategies for a Thriving Region: Housing & Childcare on Wednesday, June 10.
This free training event focused on opportunities across northwest Arkansas, southwest Missouri, and the broader tri-state region to help disengaged people reinvest in the workforce.
Housing is critical to the northwest Arkansas and southwest Missouri region to sustain its rapid economic growth, retain a skilled workforce, and maintain quality of life as the population nears 1 million projected by 2050. As a top-20 fastest-growing metro area, the region faces acute shortages, making affordable, accessible housing essential for long-term economic competitiveness and workforce stability. This discussion will provide an overview of market data, need, and organizations who are solving these challenges.
Attendees will also learn why expanding access to safe, reliable, and affordable childcare presents an opportunity to strengthen families and increase the region’s economic potential. Investing in early childcare is not just about supporting families — it’s about empowering the workforce and fostering economic growth. Experts will provide updates on access and solutions to ensure adequate care is available to meet community need.
Space is limited and registration is free, but required. Seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Learn more and register here.
About Crowder College:
Crowder College was established in April 1963, as the voters of Newton and McDonald counties passed the issue to create a community college (formerly junior college) on the land formerly known as Camp Crowder. Today, the college provides services to a nine-county service region in southwest Missouri with locations in Neosho, Cassville, Joplin, McDonald County, Nevada, and Webb City. The student population exists from within the four-state region, and around the globe. With over 80 degree and program options, the college is a great place to train for a career or transfer to a university.
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