Aug. 6, 2020 4:06 pm
To create good jobs for Philadelphians, now is the time to do everything
Guest columnist Matt Bergheiser offers a civic project for consideration: "Let’s unite to grow good and dignified jobs at a scale we could not have imagined even six months ago."
Aug. 5, 2020 10:07 am
PhillyCAM’s new pre-apprenticeship program aims to be a pipeline for young media pros
The Arts2Work program is pairing Black and Latinx Philadelphians with mentors and skills to help them pursue careers in media and the arts.
May 20, 2020 12:03 pm
Opinion: Adult education isn’t a priority in the FY21 budget — but it should be
Even though adults are often forgotten in the talk about education programming and funding in Philadelphia, these learning communities are robust and growing, say guest columnists Amy Ballard and Bryce Bayer.
Apr. 24, 2020 10:45 am
As COVID-19 deepens the digital divide, a call to move beyond simply providing access
While accessing a computer is essential, we need digital job training to be incorporated into any workforce plan, says guest columnist Howard Pinder.
Apr. 9, 2020 11:21 am
We are all social enterprises now
The coronavirus crisis "has fully exposed the certainty that investing in the welfare and talents of workers is inextricably linked to the success of our economy," says guest columnist Matt Bergheiser.
Jan. 10, 2020 7:39 am
We’ve helped hundreds of West Philadelphians connect to jobs. Now we’re taking the show on the road
With a 97% success rate, the West Philadelphia Skills Initiative has proven itself exceptional at connecting people to jobs. Guest columnist Sarah Steltz outlines how WPSI achieves its success.
Jan. 8, 2020 9:52 am
For the founder of Chester County Food Bank, its about more than just canned goods
The org offers community raised-bed gardens, senior food boxes, summer food boxes, weekend backpacks for school-age children, a mobile market, bilingual cooking classes and a growing culinary workforce development program.
Nov. 11, 2019 8:30 am
5 takeaways from the Future of Work summit
The Business Innovations for the Future of Work summit facilitated open and honest conversations about workforce problems and innovative solutions.
Nov. 5, 2019 11:00 am
This summit will explore innovative ways to invest in the future of work(ers)
Business Innovations for the Future of Work — which takes place this Wednesday and Thursday — explores solutions and highlights public-private partnerships that are changing the way employers approach hiring and retention.
Oct. 29, 2019 3:18 pm
Envision a future driven by you
More faces, more voices, more ways to power a future with wide-ranging social impact. Read about the new additions to the roster of presenters at ADVANCE by Generocity — happening this Friday!