[Rimarinefisheries] Invitation: Gov. Raimondo to highlight new commercial fisheries apprenticeship program on Monday

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On Monday, Governor Gina M. Raimondo - joined by DEM Director Janet Coit, Department of Labor & Training Director Scott Jensen, and industry partners - will be at the Port of Galilee to highlight the new Commercial Fisheries Apprenticeship Program (CFAP).  CFAP - funded through the state's new job-training program, Real Jobs RI<http://www.dlt.ri.gov/realjobs/> - is a partnership between the state and commercial fishing industry to address a shrinking workforce in fisheries and support the continued viability of this important sector of our economy.  Please join us on Monday to learn more about this program - as well as the many other initiatives being funded by Real Jobs RI across the state. Feel free to share with your networks!

WHO:             Governor Gina M. Raimondo
Department of Environmental Management Director Janet Coit
Department of Labor and Training Director Scott Jensen
Jim Fox, Owner, Handrigan Seafood and Sea Fresh USA Inc.
Chris Brown, President, Commercial Fisheries Center of Rhode Island

WHEN:           Monday, October 2, 2017, 9 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.

WHERE:         Handrigan Seafood
280 Great Island Road
Narragansett, RI 02882

Real Jobs RI is a demand-driven, workforce and economic development initiative that is collaborative, flexible and business-led. It is designed to ensure that Rhode Island employers have the talent they need to compete and grow while providing targeted education and skills training for Rhode Island workers. The goal of Real Jobs RI is to develop Real Jobs Partnerships that convene industry employers, key stakeholders and groups in partnerships that build alliances to address business workforce demands. Commercial fishing has a rich history and importance in the Ocean State. Over 100 million pounds of seafood arrive to our ports every year, with an export value over $1 billion. CFAP, which kicks off next summer, will support efforts to ensure the continued viability of commercial fishing in Rhode Island and grow a qualified workforce. Through the program, participants will work directly with commercial fishing boat captains and employers to learn about wild seafood harvesting and to secure full-time positions.



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