The goal of the symposium is for the U.S. and other Arctic nations to confront concerns and shared interests. One of the themes from Thursday that struck home here in Alaska was workforce development.
ANCHORAGE, Alaska - The United States is an Arctic nation because of Alaska, and on Thursday thekicked off at the Dena’ina Civic and Convention Center. At the event, Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy welcomed ambassadors from other Arctic nations
said the workforce population in Alaska has dropped by about 30,000 people over the last several years, and with the infrastructure bill the state is going to need about 10,000 more workers in the upcoming years. Pitney said one of the main issues is that youth in Alaska are not seeking post secondary education in college or the trade programs.
Marilyn Romano, regional vice president for Alaska Airlines, added that the current workforce is aging out, and younger people are not seeking careers in those fields. Alaska Airlines is currently dealing with shortages of pilots and mechanics. At the session, the group said the goal is to create avenues, especially for Indigenous communities, to pursue higher degrees, and get kids interested in post secondary education at an early age.
They are using and sharing that research to make a difference for the people in Alaska and across the Arctic. She is also attending the symposium to collaborate with other people and groups who are working in the Arctic, and possibly partner with them in the future. McFarland said the Arctic is seeing warmer temperatures, which impacts the surrounding environment.
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