
Elevate your advocacy skills with NYATEP's Workforce Academy for Policy & Advocacy! Join colleagues from across the New York State workforce ecosystem to collaborate on policy development and ongoing advocacy.
Through this academy, the New York Association of Training & Employment Professionals (NYATEP) aims to create an informed, coordinated base of advocates to educate policymakers about the role of workforce development in communities and the critical importance of federal, state, and local policy that reflects and supports local organizational needs and best practices.
ABOUT THE ACADEMY
This five-month intensive, informative, and fun academy will guide you through the ins and outs of the Federal and State political, legislative, and budgetary processes and provide a candid take on New York politics.
This year’s Workforce Academy for Policy & Advocacy will be hybrid, providing 25 fellows from across New York the opportunity to participate both virtually and in-person at NYATEP’s headquarters in Albany, New York.
To date, NYATEP’s Workforce Academy for Policy & Advocacy has trained over 280 professionals from 120 organizations across New York State.
HOW IT'S STRUCTURED
The Academy includes a series of required in-person and virtual seminars with leading experts and legislative visits to provide an opportunity for the participants to utilize their learning.
Fellows will work in groups to develop a Policy Brief that will be presented at the program's end.
The Academy will culminate in a Completion Ceremony where participants will present their policy briefs to attendees while reflecting on their experience in the program and how they will utilize the information gained to advance workforce development within New York State.
ACADEMY DATES & TIMES
The dates and times outlined for this academy require the full attendance and undivided attention of each accepted fellow. Participation in all scheduled sessions is essential to ensure the integrity of the program and the shared learning experience of the cohort.
November 12th, 2025:Â VirtualÂ
- 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM EST
November 18th & 19th, 2025: In-Person (Albany)Â
- November 18th 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM
- November 19th 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
December 10th & 11th, 2025: In-Person (Albany)Â
- December 10th – 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- December 11th 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
January 28th & 29th, 2025: VirtualÂ
- January 28th – 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM EST
- January 29th 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM EST
February 11th, 2025: VirtualÂ
- 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM EST
February 26th, 2025: VirtualÂ
- 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM EST
March 24th, 2025: In-Person (Albany)Â
- 12:30 PM – 5:00 PM
March 25th, 2025: NYATEP's New York State Workforce Advocacy Day In-Person (Albany)Â
- 9:30 PM – 3:00 PM
ABOUT THE FELLOWSHIP
Who is eligible to apply?
What will be expected of me?
How will fellows benefit?
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Fellows of the Academy will:
- The Academy includes a series of required in-person and virtual seminars with leading experts and legislative visits to provide an opportunity for the participants to utilize their learning.
- Participants will work in groups to develop a Policy Brief that will be presented at the program's end.
- The Academy will culminate in a Completion Ceremony where participants will present their policy briefs to attendees while reflecting on their experience in the program and how they will utilize the information gained to advance workforce development within New York State.
Interested in learning more about the Workforce Academy for Policy and Advocacy?
Application Timeline
August 19th, 2025: Applications open
September 18th, 2025: Information Session
October 10th, 2025: Applications due
October 24th, 2025: Acceptance Notification
November 3rd, 2025: Deadline to Accept
Eligibility
Fellows eligible to apply include employees from nonprofit organizations, business associations, community colleges, universities, union-based training efforts, public agencies, and economic development organizations. Independent consultants are not eligible.
Application Process
The application process will consist of submitting an application with the required documents and letters of support.
For more information about the Workforce Academy for Policy and Advocacy, submit your questions HERE.
All questions will be collected and answered on a rolling basis.
Applications Due:Â October 10th, 2025
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Register & Learn More
Interested in learning more about the Workforce Academy for Policy and Advocacy? Join us for an informational webinar on September 10th, 2025, at 12 PM EST.Â
Contact the Facilitator
NYATEP
Joelle Monaco (She/Her/Hers)
Director Level Up Professional Development & TrainingÂ
NYATEP
[email protected]
(518) 817-7604