QuantumCT Community Teambuilding Event

If you are a training center, workforce board, business organization or community nonprofit, please join us for a lunch + learn at Waterbury City Hall on December 10. The Community Impact Pilot Program is designed to support community programs that drive quantum awareness, education, and workforce development. As 2024 comes to an end, it’s the perfect time to reflect on accomplishments and plan for a strong start to 2025.

Quantum Public Awareness & Outreach Award: $50K (2-3 awards totaling $50K)

• Purpose: To amplify public understanding of quantum technologies and their impact on local economies and everyday life.
• Eligibility: Community nonprofits, educational institutions, and civic organizations.
• Criteria: Programs could include public education campaigns, interactive exhibits, or outreach initiatives that simplify and communicate quantum concepts to the general public, particularly in underrepresented communities.

Quantum Workforce Innovation Award: $50K (2-3 awards totaling $50K)

• Purpose: To equip local workforce boards and training centers with the resources needed to upskill individuals in quantum technologies and related fields.
• Eligibility: Workforce boards, technical training institutions, and educational nonprofit organizations.
• Criteria: Applicants can propose training programs or internships that prepare workers for jobs in quantum technology, aligning with industry needs.

Any other ideas? Share them with us in the breakout sessions. We want to learn from you on how we can partner together to bring quantum-related opportunities to our communities and workforce.

Keynote remarks will be delivered by the Commissioner of the Department of Economic and Community Development, Daniel H. O’Keefe.

A joint initiative between University of Connecticut and Yale University, QuantumCT is building the foundation for Connecticut to become a leading hub for quantum technologies. In May 2023, the U.S. National Science Foundation awarded QuantumCT a $1 million award to develop plans for a Regional Innovation Engine. We now are competing for Phase II funding, which is up to $160 million. This would secure Connecticut’s national and global leadership in the quantum economy.