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The objective is laudable. But will this esteemed delegation return to Indiana with insights that transform into actions that will lead to uplifting the workforce in Indiana. It is also striking to note that the group has selected Switzerland, a high-income, well -educated, organized nation with laws that promote democracy through citizen referenda. In contrast, too much of Indiana comprises a low-income, under-educated populace with few options to improve their socio-economic situation. Now, even more children may be born into this group while well-off Hoosiers abscond to other states to obtain abortions as part of so-called business travel or vacation.
One digresses.
Indianapolis schools are in dire need of help. Start with solid educational requirements and certainly buffer that with opportunities for practical learning through apprenticeships. But, what does this group truly hope to accomplish? Switzerland is not a land of low taxes — the opposite of Indiana. In fact, the high taxes in Switzerland allow its citizens to have sound education with high standards including required learning of other languages, apprenticeships, an efficient and frequent national and local rail and bus public transit network, and environmental protection. What, pray tell, is similar to the draconian, regressive, non-democratic actions of the Indiana Statehouse majority?
One hopes this mission will result in improvements not just in Indianapolis, but in the entire state. It is not just those in Indianapolis that need help. And, it is indeed disingenuous for some — not all — to feign great concern for the plight of Indianapolis while they or their aligned colleagues seek authoritarian control of local policies against the will of residents.
Again one hopes that this trip will lead to positive results and not just be a junket for sightseeing and shopping regardless of whomever is footing the bill.
Building trades unions and their signatory contractor employer associations have been operating successful apprenticeship schools for decades in Indiana and nationwide . We’re they not invited.on this “fact” finding trip ?
One of the sponsors of this Webb site IBEW 481 , NECA, Quality connection operate a top rated apprentice school.in Indianapolis.
Since I serve as Quality Connection’s executive director and my partner organizations, NECA and IBEW #481 are referenced, let me jump in. The delegation was given a deep-dive of the Indianapolis Electrical Training Institute as a pre-trip primer. The facility, curriculum and instructors were showcased as essential elements to an effective long-term private-sector, employer based education program that educates needed workforce, delivers value for the employer, employees and customers. Central Indiana Building Trades were also included in pre-trip content. We are thrilled to be part of the process and appreciate Indy Chamber’s leadership on this topic. We know this approach can work. We know it takes commitment, funding for the long haul. Because I have the honor to serve on Indy Chamber’s board of directors, I have represented this group on previous Leadership Exchange efforts.