The U.S. faces a growing skills gap, with 10 million job openings and only 0.3% of the workforce in apprenticeships compared to 3-4% in leading economies. GAN USA champions quality apprenticeships and work-based learning to build a future-ready workforce, collaborating with employers and policymakers to advance innovative training models. It positions intermediaries as a driver of economic prosperity, inclusion, and workforce transformation.
Launched
2024
Hosted by
Adaptive Construction Solutions (ACS)
Focus areas
Quality Standards
Policy advocacy
Employer Recognition
Veterans
Accessibility
Green Skilling
Trades
Energy
Website
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Key Achievements
- Contributed to the adoption of the ILO Quality Apprenticeships Recommendation in 2023.
Projects
Research on Inclusive, Demand-Driven Apprenticeship Models in the US
2023-2025
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A survey and focus groups on the current state of apprenticeships in the US, particularly for white-collar roles, highlighting opportunities and systemic challenges on its expansion and accessibility.
Access to Apprenticeship and Skilling Initiatives as a Path for Youth Employment in the US, Argentina, Costa Rica, and Kenya
2016-2021
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Sparking interest and action on work-based learning in Latin America, creating a mentorship network for youth in the orange economy in Kenya, and laying the foundation for GAN’s work promoting apprenticeship in the USA.
Latest Updates
New Report Highlights Employers’ Perspectives on the State of Apprenticeships in the US
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Insights from Swiss Apprenticeship Models Adapted for the US and Beyond
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Future Proofing Youth: GAN Global at the ILO Global Coalition for Social Justice Annual Forum
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From Policy to Practice: Building Green and Digital Skills through Work-Based Learning
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Our unwavering focus remains on developing high-quality apprenticeship programs that connect apprentices to the dignity of work.
Nicholas Morgan
ACS President and GAN Global Board Member
We find ourselves at a pivotal moment in global history, where the key to unlocking opportunities lies in a concerted effort to expand workforce participation and skills through approaches that offer a win-win for both businesses and workers.
Nicholas Morgan
ACS President and GAN Global Board Member
46% of our team at ACS identifies as having a disability. What’s remarkable is that we have a 20% higher retention rate amongst those who have a disability. And for those employees who have stayed with the company over 5 year, 60% of them have a disability, so we see the ROI of engaging, training and hiring people with disabilities and we encourage other companies to do so, in our line of work, in construction and other sectors as well.
Nicholas Morgan
President, ACS (Adaptive Construction Solutions) and GAN Global Board Member
Apprenticeships are essential to shaping the future of work. The rise of AI-driven data center roles in automation, energy optimization, and predictive maintenance, for instance, presents a unique chance to expand U.S. apprenticeship programs. By aligning workforce policies with these emerging demands, we can open pathways into high-growth careers while bolstering America’s competitiveness in advanced technology infrastructure.
Dr. Mardy Leathers
Vice President, Adaptive Construction Solutions
