Women's Economic Security Act (WESA) Competitive Grant

The Women’s Economic Security Act Competitive Grant program works to increase the number of women in high-wage, high-demand, nontraditional occupations. The program prioritizes programs that encourage and assist women of color to enter high-wage, high-demand, nontraditional occupations and STEM occupations.

Resources for Grantees

• SFY 2024 - 2025 Quarterly Report Template
• Nontraditional Occupations for Women in Minnesota with Projected High Demand/High Pay (2018-2028)
• Press Release: DEED Announces $2.4 Million in Job Training Grants for Women Entering Non-Traditional Occupations and Underserved Adults