June 10, 2025
This report shares lessons learned and field recommendations from participatory research projects with eight California workforce development nonprofits. It addresses a paradox that exists in this industry: Organizations dedicated to improving job quality for their clients often struggle to provide their own employees with quality jobs.
JFF’s framework spells out new standards for quality jobs and actions we can all take to improve job quality—and ultimately help millions more people advance in the economy. How to use this framework: Explore the…
JFF and Turning Basin Labs are engaged in a multiphase initiative to identify and invest in high road employment models in California. This update documents the results of Phase 1 of this project, which include…