September 29, 2020: New Flyer launches its Anniston Workforce Development Program in partnership with TDC

A new workforce development initiative for the new mobility era

Through the AWDP we strengthened community outreach and recruitment capacity; committing to the placement of groups of people not traditionally employed in the manufacturing industry, including underrepresented, underserved, and/or disadvantaged individuals. The AWDP includes:

• The execution of a workforce development program, including training and development, skill gap assessments, wage and benefit commitments, fulfillment of diversity and hiring objectives, and pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship programs;
• The launch of an employee engagement committee;
• The execution of myriad partnerships and alliances with community-based organizations, such as East AlabamaWorks;
• The continued procurement commitment to Disadvantaged Business Enterprises;
• The ongoing support of new initiatives, including an annual New Flyer bursary and provision of social and educational supports;
• The advocacy for continued industry support and funding of workforce development;
• The rigorous reporting of metrics and workplace practices; and
• The rigorous monitoring of compliance, governance, and oversight.