How We Work

We collaborate with Network Partners who have deep knowledge of workforce issues in their local regions, and understand how racial inequity affects the people and communities they serve. Their local lens and expertise drive the critical work needed to help realize our shared vision.

We Convene & Inspire

We create a robust support system for our Network Partners to build long-term relationships, share knowledge, learn from setbacks, and celebrate wins.

We Coach & Facilitate

We provide coaching and technical assistance, create practical tools, and share targeted financial resources to spark practice changes in the local workforce systems where our Network Partners operate.

We Amplify & Accelerate

We assess and share what we learn from our network and use our national platform to amplify what works to help accelerate the change needed to shift toward an equitable workforce.

Nationally Powered, Locally Driven

Why we believe working locally is the key to success 

 

Labor markets are local

Job opportunities, employers’ talent needs, education and training systems, and access to resources vary significantly by community. Successful workforce solutions must be localized.

 

Local collaboration is key

Changing local systems requires coordinated action over the long term. Our Network Partners bring together local stakeholders — such as industry partnerships, employers, funders, educational institutions — to align resources, knowledge, strategies and policies in regions.

 

Collectively we can achieve more

The National Fund’s network fosters a robust support system for our Network Partners, fuels long-term relationships, and amplifies successful local strategies that can spark lasting change in communities across the country.