Buying Local in Newark
The city of Newark is New Jersey’s largest and one of its most diverse municipalities and is home to considerable…
New Year, New SHIFT Toward Systems Thinking
At the beginning of each year, many of us commit to something new or to making a big change for…
What’s It Going To Take To SHIFT?
In September 2022, the National Fund for Workforce Solutions gathered with other workforce development leaders in Minneapolis for our biennial…
The Three Questions We Should Be Asking About Jobs and the Economy
The numbers we tout every month are not the best reflection of the state of our economy for working Americans…
The Critical Role of Data in the Fight for Workforce Equity
You cannot address what is not named. At the National Fund, we are committed to naming and confronting systemic racial…
Racial Bias in Hiring Practices Widens the Black-White Wealth Disparity
We know that systemic racism is harmful to society, but many people may not realize how much racial discrimination in…
Overlooked and Undervalued
Black women in the workplace As Black History Month draws to a close and Women’s History Month is about to…
Moving Racial Equity from Lip Service to Action
During Black History Month, many employers publicly assert their commitment to racial equity. And yet too many leaders are failing…
Year-End Message from Amanda Cage
‘Tis the season for reflection. This is my second year-end message as CEO of the National Fund, and I am…
Reflecting on 2021
In another year of uncertainty, we remained focused on our priorities. Here are 10 highlights from 2021. 10+ Words of…