Through this program, we partner with independent auto repair shops to expand apprenticeship opportunities and strengthen workplace practices that support new technicians. Through this work, we are creating a network of inclusive automotive repair shops that are invested in welcoming all people who have historically been left out of this industry, especially women, 2SLGBTQIA+, and BIPOC individuals, into the automotive trade.
We provide training, mentorship strategies, and policy recommendations that help shops create professional, safe, and respectful environments, key to keeping technicians in the industry after they have been trained. By building this supportive network, we not only increase apprenticeship capacity but also contribute to a stronger, more sustainable automotive workforce nationwide.
