It's time for the latest NENA E-News!
Your source for news, resources, and advocacy
for your Employment Network (EN).
Open Meetings May
The month of May provides a unique opportunity for someone considering a NENA Membership to see what NENA is all about, risk free! All calls for our Interest Areas are open to the public. Register for the events listed below and you will be sent the Microsoft Teams link to join us! May Schedule:
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Conference Update: Registration Open!
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EARLY-BIRD REGISTRATION OPEN!
Draft Agenda Available:
2026 Agenda
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Ready to show off your NENA spirit? Now’s your chance! Grab your NENA gear and sport your support at the 2026 Annual National Training Conference and beyond. Whether you're gearing up for the Conference or just want to rep NENA in style, this is your chance. Order by August 10, 2026 to guarantee delivery before the Conference. Shirts are available in a variety of colors and styles. Shop the collection here: |
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Spring Into Job Seeking
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By Hannah Schoenberg NENA Director As the weather warms up, so does the job market. Spring is a great hiring season, making it the perfect time to help job seekers hop into action and watch their opportunities blossom. Here are three quick ways to plant the seed for success and take advantage of the roles blooming all around. Freshen Up Those Materials Spring Into Action Connect and Grow |
NENA Board Elections: Call for Nominations
NENA is now accepting nominations for candidates interested in serving on the 2026-2027 NENA Board of Directors. There are four (4) Board positions to be filled during this election for three year terms.
We invite NENA members to nominate themselves or another eligible candidate. NENA needs an array of expertise and perspectives represented on our Board to continue to successfully support the evolving needs of all Employment Network organizations!
NENA Board members typically spend several hours per week working on:
- advocating for the EN perspective and needs;
- developing NENA's capacity to serve ENs, VRs, and AJCs;
- helping to solve Ticket Program special challenges.
The schedule for this year’s nomination and election process is:
- Nominations open on April 29, 2026
- Nominations close on May 20, 2026
- Voting opens on June 10, 2026 (Following Annual Member Meeting)
- Voting closes on June 23, 2026
Visit the NENA Elections webpage for additional information on submitting your nomination.
Remember to submit nominations by May 20, 2026.
New Member Spotlight
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NEWS TO KNOW |
April, 27 2026 Suitability Guide and eApp Applicant Listing Form Social Security has updated the SSA EN Security Suitability Guide and Electronic Application Applicant Listing to reflect changes discussed on the March 17, 2026, All EN Call. Please use the revised form and procedure when beginning suitability for new EN staff. For more details, consult the recap, presentation, transcript, and audio at Events Archives | Ticket to Work. |
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TTW Resources |
During the recent National Annual Training Conference, many helpful resources were shared. Please see below for a list of the mentioned websites you may find helpful:
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Stay Connected
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Work Incentives Training Interested in learning more about Work Incentives Planning? Opportunities are available! |
Help Wanted Job Board Does your member organization have an internal position available within your organization that you would like to post in the NENA E-News? As a member courtesy, we will post your opening in our next E-News update one time. Posting requirements: • The posting must be for a specific, EN-related position within your organization (i.e., career specialist, career services provider) • Email admin@nenaticket.org to submit your post • Include the title, location, a brief description (25 words) and contact information on the form. *Those interested in applying should contact the EN directly. NENA will have no further information about any posted positions. |
