25th Anniversary Events This Fall!

Since 1997 SJI has worked to connect individuals from underinvested communities into career pathways and to build workforce systems that work for all. We are excited to celebrate the workRead More

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Sound Careers in Healthcare Week 2022

SJI is a proud co-convener of the Healthcare Industry Leadership Table (HILT) and we are excited to see the Sound Careers in Healthcare Week return on Monday, April 25 –Read More

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Implications of the COVID-19 Pandemic for Worker Retraining Strategies

The COVID-19 pandemic had severe consequences in King County’s labor market. Successive waves of contaminations led to extended social distancing and gathering restrictions. Hospitality and personal services businesses experienced a sharp decline in revenue and furloughed some staff to remain solvent. The resulting job loss and heightened unemployment insurance claims disproportionally impacted communities of color.

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