The need for reintegration of veterans of the Global War on Terror and previous conflicts to their families, homes and communities is a major policy issue facing the Commonwealth. Military service provides unique sets of skills that can and must be adapted to civilian employment.
In November, 2007, the Secretary of Public Safety and DVS established the Virginia Veterans Workforce Development Task Force to design a comprehensive workforce development initiative for veterans in Virginia, with special emphasis on those with disabilities and those returning from the Global War on Terror. The Task Force is Chaired by Alfredo J. Sample, Sr., President and CEO of E & E Communication Solutions, LLC. The members include the Governor's Senior Advisor for Workforce, the Governor's Senior Advisor for Disability Issues and Concerns, state legislators, members of the Board of Veterans Services, relevant federal, state and local agency representatives, representatives of the Veterans Services Organizations, disabled veterans, representatives of the corporate sector, and other public and private partners. The Task Force also includes representatives the Virginia Committee for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) and the U.S. Department of Labor (DoL).
The group is charged by the Secretary of Public Safety with the responsibilities to develop solutions to (1) effectively match veterans with employers and positions, (2) encourage public and private sector employers to hire veterans, (3) encourage public and private sector employers to hire veterans with disabilities, and (4) develop a more comprehensive technological approach to better inform veterans on where and how to obtain job and training opportunities in the private sector.
A comprehensive report, including legislative and budgetary recommendations will be completed on or before September 1, 2008.
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