12-Month Research Agenda

Fiscal Year July 2024 - June 2025

The Virginia Office of Education Economics (VOEE) serves as a pivotal resource for state-administered education and workforce programs. VOEE data and analyses inform a diverse group of stakeholders as they make programmatic and policy decisions related to workforce education and training. This includes the governor and the General Assembly, who look to VOEE as a guide as they make strategic investments in current and future education and workforce training programs. 

The mission of VOEE includes the following key areas of focus: 

1. Coordinate Workforce and Higher Education Alignment: Conduct data analysis and translate findings to partners to ensure alignment between the workforce and higher education. 

2. Provide Unified, Consistent, and Impartial Information: Serve as a reliable source of information and analysis for policy development and implementation related to education, the labor market, and workforce development. 

3. Identify Emerging Trends: Identify and analyze emerging trends in education and workforce development to proactively address future challenges and opportunities. 

4. Support Economic Growth: Align research initiatives with the state's economic growth objectives, ensuring that education and workforce programs contribute to broader economic development goals. 

5. Foster Collaboration: Enhance collaboration between state agencies, educational institutions, and industry partners to create a cohesive and effective education and workforce ecosystem. 

6. Enhance Data Utilization: Improve the collection, analysis, and dissemination of education and workforce data to support evidence-based decision-making. 

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