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
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
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
The Student-Centered Design team’s Bri Nguyen and Natasha Bennett recently spoke about their work on the “All In: Student Pathways Forward” podcast, hosted by Marc Goldberg. Bri and Natasha discussed the importanceRead More
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.
The race to carbon neutrality and zero carbon emissions in many economic sectors is transforming construction, building operations, and electricity production and distribution with important ripples in the workforce.
Our latest research provides an overview of the most relevant occupations in the sustainable Construction and Building Operations sectors and the different training programs available for each occupation.
People need income to go from homeless to housed and to avoid persistent housing instability, and the most helpful form of income is provided by a good job and a career pathway.
Our latest research describes the labor market for medical assistants in the Puget Sound region and estimates the return on investment (ROI) of setting up an MA apprenticeship.
We have an exciting new program to share: the Benefits for Success CTE Academy for Community and Technical Colleges! Our Student-Centered Design team will work with colleges to support careerRead More
Our latest research, Adapting to the COVID-19 Environment, assesses the capacity of the Seattle/King County workforce system to support those in the most vulnerable position during the crisis and its aftermath toRead More
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