Garden State Employment and Training Association

The Garden State Employment and Training Association (GSETA), as the organization that brings together the state’s Workforce Development Boards, is a leading advocate for workforce policy and excellence in New Jersey. Founded in 1975, GSETA serves as a forum for workforce development professionals to share best practices and advance the state’s employment systems. Through its various committees—including those focused on Youth and MIS metrics—GSETA coordinates statewide efforts to ensure that New Jersey’s residents have access to high-quality training and career-sustaining opportunities. Their partnership with community colleges is vital to building a skilled workforce for the state’s future.