Strategy:

• Initiate discussions with labor unions early in the planning process
• Emphasize the mutual benefits of the apprenticeship program

Examples:

• Case Study: City of Sacramento collaborated with SEIU Local 1021 to create an apprenticeship program for water treatment operators. By involving the union from the outset, they addressed concerns about job displacement and ensured the program complemented existing career ladders.
• Tactic: Organize joint workshops with union representatives to co-design the apprenticeship program, ensuring their input is incorporated from the beginning.