INDIANAPOLIS — Indiana leaders, educators, and social media stars are joining forces to tackle a problem facing the entire economy: the shortage of skilled workers in trades like welding, plumbing, and construction.

On Tuesday at 3 p.m., the Ivy Tech Community College Indianapolis Campus will host a special event called “The Toolbelt Generation.” The gathering is being put on by TikTok, the Skilled Careers Coalition, and SkillsUSA Indiana. Its main goal is to inspire people to look seriously at these high-demand careers.

The event will feature two different panel discussions. The first will have key figures like Dr. Marty Pollio, President of Ivy Tech Community College, and Stephanie Bothun of CareerWise USA. They will discuss how Indiana institutions are completely changing the way stud

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