Mission: To put Missourians on a path to learn, work, and prosper. Vision: Every Missourian empowered with the skills and education needed for success. Values: Accountability Teamwork Collaboration Work-Life Balance Principles: People-Centered Engage and connect MDHEWD teams, partners, institutions, and employers on behalf of Missourians. Equity-Focused Close educational attainment and workforce participation gaps among key sub-populations. Impact-Driven Aim for optimal results and continuous improvement across all programs and services. Workforce-Aligned Align efforts with the changing needs of employers to build a skilled and prepared workforce. About Us: The Missouri Department of Higher Education & Workforce Development develops, coordinates and implements a plan that outlines how the state’s postsecondary education system and public workforce system can most effectively and efficiently provide higher education to students and meet the state’s workforce needs. The Office of Workforce Development administers federal and state funded employment and training programs to develop a strong talent pipeline for the state’s growth nationally and globally.