The LMI Institute awards program recognizes the state LMI research activities that serve as examples to other state offices.
Eligibility:
State LMI shops are eligible to receive the award. Eligible projects are those in which the nominated state research office plays a coordinating role or in which research activities play an integral role in the project or activity. Ongoing programs or projects started within the last 24 months are eligible.
Project Categories:
One award will be offered for each of the following categories:
- Best State LMI Product or Collaboration for Regional Resilience
- Best State LMI Product or Collaboration Supporting Workforce System or Jobseekers
- Best State LMI Focus on Equity and Inclusion
Award Application:
Applicants should submit a summary – no more than 300 words – that describes the project’s goals and objectives and highlights its innovation nature; alternative formats such as videos, websites, and interactive dashboards are encouraged to accompany the narrative.
Award Review Criteria:
Judges will review the nominated research or analysis for:
- Contribution to workforce labor market information research
- Innovative approach or implementation
- Unique approach to using researchers as part a larger program implementation team
- Response to customer or community needs
- Economic or other benefits that have resulted from implementing the project
- Quality of product or process
- Replicability for other LMI Institute members
Application Process:
Applicants should submit their nomination via this form by Thursday, January 12, 2023.
Awards Presentation:
The LMI Institute will present the awards throughout the LMI Institute Annual Forum held June 13 – 15, 2023 in Detroit, MI. Award winners should prepare to make a brief webinar presentation about their winning project to the membership at the conference.