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NAHB is partnering with educators, members and state and local HBAs to address the housing industry’s labor shortages and to develop a skilled workforce for the future.

The Greater Birmingham Association of Home Builders recently held an event with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Alabama to help expose them to the opportunities in the home-building industry. More than 30 children, ranging in age from 12 to 17, were able to learn from the North Alabama Homebuilding Academy’s traveling trailer and other hands-on activities on-site.

Jun 02, 2023

Alabama HBA Introduces Local Boys & Girls Club to Trades

The Greater Birmingham Association of Home Builders recently held an event with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Alabama to help expose them to the opportunities in the home-building industry. More than 30 children, ranging in age from 12 to 17, were able to learn from the North Alabama Homebuilding Academy’s traveling trailer and other hands-on activities on-site.

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The latest news, events and information for skilled trades advocates.

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A variety of digital and print assets available download or share promoting the trades.

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Download educational materials for students in kindergarten through 12th grade.

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Workforce Development Partnerships and Programs

Boys and Girls Clubs of America, Skills USA and the DEIA Student and Faculty Leadership program. 

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Insights on advocating for workforce legislation, marketing workforce events and  hosting skilled trades activities from HBAs of all sizes.