A multi-state partnership to support implementation and strengthen nondegree credential systems An initiative led by JFF, in partnership with the Data Quality Campaign, is helping a cohort of states address immediate Workforce Pell implementation demands…
Starting July 1, 2026, eligible students enrolled in programs newly approved by the state and the U.S. Department of Education will be able to receive a Workforce Pell Grant, potentially broadening pathways to quality jobs…
Building pathways, scaling opportunity, and shaping the next generation of tech talent. JFF expands digital career pathways by partnering with employers, educators, and other regional stakeholders to modernize training, strengthen talent pipelines, and deliver insights…
A JFF analysis of employer signals, short term credentials, and regional highlights A road map to today’s digital jobs landscape—labor market trends, credentials, employer insights, and regional examples to expand equitable, skills-based pathways into digital…
JFF and edX join local partners to build broader tech career pathways in Huntsville, Alabama, with a strategy that includes boot camps, wraparound supports, and employer engagement. Results More than 160 learners enrolled in the…
JFF and partners are expanding pathways to high-wage tech careers in Huntsville, Alabama, with an initiative that features boot camps, wraparound supports, and employer engagement. A Call to Action The Huntsville project has shown what’s…
Building an Inclusive IT Workforce Accessible market-driven IT training programs must couple skills development with hands-on experiences and supportive services to ensure job-readiness. These programs should incorporate work-based learning opportunities developed through cornerstone employer partnerships. …
In this paper, JFF offers a comprehensive set of federal policy recommendations that are highly actionable, practical, and bipartisan—focusing on solutions that can be implemented to build a more dynamic and human-centered economy. Jobs for…
Designing pathways to tech careers This brief examines the return on investment (ROI) of educational credentials in tech in order to support the design of equitable pathways that lead to quality jobs. Related Content