The National Skills Coalition (NSC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization focused on advancing policies and practices that support the development of a skilled workforce in the United States. Founded in 1998, NSC operates with a mission to advocate for investments in equitable college pathways, workforce education, and training programs that prepare individuals for high-quality jobs and careers.

One of NSC's objectives is to promote policies that ensure workers have access to education and training programs aligned with the needs of employers in key industries. NSC maintains several campaigns focused on improving workforce development, education, and skill building programs. Campaigns include:

• Making College Work – efforts to modernize higher education systems towards more equitable practices
• Digital Equity @ Work – work to close the digital divide and promote tech upskilling and foundational digital skills
• People Powered Infrastructure – promotion of training programs that align with infrastructure policy and funding efforts
• Creating an Equitable, Resilient Workforce System – initiative to provide recommendations towards the funding and application of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA)

NSC conducts policy analysis and research to inform its advocacy efforts and provide stakeholders with evidence-based suggestions for improving workforce development policies. NSC examines trends in the labor market, identifies emerging skill gaps, and evaluates the effectiveness of various workforce development programs. NSC provides a detailed look at skills and educational gaps at the state level through their Skills Mismatch initiative.

In addition to its advocacy and research activities, NSC facilitates networking and collaboration among stakeholders at the national, state, and local levels to promote effective workforce development policies and practices. The coalition organizes working groups, summits, and conferences to bring together policymakers, practitioners, and researchers to exchange ideas, share best practices, and develop strategies for addressing common challenges.

Resources

Making College Work - National Skills Coalition

Digital Equity @ Work - National Skills Coalition

People Powered Infrastructure - National Skills Coalition

Creating an Equitable, Resilient Workforce System - National Skills Coalition

Skills Mismatch - National Skills Coalition

Resources - National Skills Coalition