From Classroom to Career: Rebuilding America’s Textile Workforce скачать в хорошем качестве

From Classroom to Career: Rebuilding America’s Textile Workforce

In 1960, 95% of the textiles purchased in the United States were made here. Today, that number is closer to 3%. At the same time, much of the skilled textile workforce is nearing retirement. Thousands of students live in communities shaped by this industry, yet many don’t know these careers exist. The Textile Innovation Engine of North Carolina is working to change that. In partnership with the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction – @ncpublicschools – teachers helped develop classroom-ready materials and a digital textile career map that connects students to real pathways in engineering, science, design, and advanced manufacturing. Today, more than 5,000 students are using this tool to explore careers rooted in their own communities. In this video, you’ll see how classroom learning connects directly to career pathways, and how students are beginning to see a future in modern textile manufacturing. LEARN MORE: textileinnovationengine.org ABOUT THE TEXTILE INNOVATION ENGINE OF NORTH CAROLINA The Textile Innovation Engine brings together research institutions, manufacturers, educators, and community partners to help rebuild America’s textile industry. By connecting innovation to real-world production and career pathways, the Engine strengthens domestic supply chains and supports quality jobs across the region. #Textiles #Circularity #WorkforceDevelopment #Manufacturing #CareerPathways #NorthCarolina