2026 State of the U.S. Labor Force The second year of the American Job Quality Study shows that 6 in 10 American workers still lack quality jobs, and populations including Gen Z workers and people…
Ahead of the 2026 midterms, new JFF polling explores voters’ economic outlook, financial security, and priorities for elected officials on quality jobs, workforce skills, and affordable education and training. Voter Views on Education, Training, and…
A National Report A national report and interactive dashboard reveal the forces shaping America’s skilled trades workforce, and opportunities to strengthen career pathways, guide investment, and build capacity for the future. The report pairs these…
How Western North Carolina is Reclaiming its Manufacturing Legacy Through Worker-Owned Innovation The Industrial Commons shows how a rural community can reclaim its manufacturing legacy while building economic opportunity that is accessible, environmentally sustainable, and…
Insights from Round 1 of California’s Farmworkers Advancement Program JFF shares lessons from Round 1 of California’s Farmworkers Advancement Program, highlighting how 12 organizations designed training, supports, and employer partnerships to advance economic mobility for over 1,000 farmworkers…
Community colleges can use real-time labor market data, program data, and learner voice to align programs with high-wage, high-growth jobs and advance equitable economic mobility, as demonstrated in North Carolina. For many learners, including Black…
With JFF’s support: 800+ employers created or expanded Registered Apprenticeship programs in advanced manufacturing. 5,600 apprentices earned fair pay while learning a trade. Greg Morgan of Tennessee made the leap to a fulfilling new career.…
With JFF’s support: 1,600 workforce professionals learned how to expand quality jobs. Our job quality tools and resources received 13,000+ views. Pennsylvania’s Workforce Development Board ensured that companies doing business with the state provide quality…
With JFF’s support: 60 corporate HR leaders learned skills-first hiring practices, found new talent, and boosted retention. Participants included Meta, Delta Air Lines, and Wells Fargo. Startup EnGen hired the highly skilled staff it needed…