Using Government Procurement to Drive Equity in Registered Apprenticeship: A Guide for Employers and Local Policymakers
Read the ReportJanuary 9, 2024
At a Glance
Registered Apprenticeship programs provide an opportunity to magnify equity in the connection between public investment and job creation. By utilizing already existing government procurement investments, Registered Apprenticeship is poised to drive more diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workforce, as highlighted throughout this brief.
Skill Immersion Lab
Using virtual reality technology to strengthen uniquely human skills and transform learning across the country Learners and educators reflect on their growth through Skill Immersion Lab, a program established with SAP and Jobs for the…
The Impact Employer Model
The Impact Employer Model provides a comprehensive toolkit with structured guidance to help business leaders, like you, to strategically invest in the well-being of their employees and propel business growth—without the overwhelm.
Unequal Opportunities: Examining Quality and Diversity in Green Jobs
Addressing disparities in green jobs is crucial for an inclusive transition. The report analyzes disparities in job quality and workforce demographics to inform strategies for equitable employment. Endnotes: (i) It is anticipated that the Bipartisan Infrastructure…
JFF Insights to Help You Navigate the Green Economic Transition
Jobs for the Future tools and insights help employers, policymakers, and regional workforce leaders navigate the complexities and opportunities of the green economic transition. Combating climate change and its ripple effects across society is an…
Use Cases for Generative AI in Workforce Development
New JFF research highlights current and potential uses for generative AI in workforce development and identifies existing tools and market opportunities. Endnotes 1 Research methods: We interviewed 36 people. The sample was made up of training…
Young Adult Talent Development
JFF’s Young Adult Talent team works with young adults, community-based organizations, employers, postsecondary institutions, and other systems partners to support young adults to realize their career goals. For more information about our models and services,…
Bridging Military Experience to Manufacturing Careers: Insights from the Manufacturing Readiness LER Pilot
The Manufacturing Readiness LER Pilot is a collaborative effort by the Manufacturing Institute and their Heroes MAKE America program, Solutions for Information Design, Hire Heroes USA, JFF, and Walmart to harness the potential of learner employment records. Key Findings The pilot engaged 460…
Eliminating Dead Ends at School, at Work, and in Life
Policy Recommendations for Ensuring Boundless Opportunities at School, at Work, and in Life No Dead Ends offers a common-sense, field-tested policy road map for re-engineering our education and workforce systems so everyone has boundless opportunities…
JFF's Workforce Transformation Policy Council
The Workforce Transformation Policy Council leverages the expansive vision of future-focused workforce development leaders to transform federal workforce policy for tomorrow’s economy. Results With insights drawn from nine focus group conversations and over 20 individual…