National Fund for Workforce Solutions
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Fear at work isn’t just emotional—it’s biological. And joy can interrupt it. This episode reminds us that advancing equity also means tending to our nervous systems and humanity. Pause. Listen.
https://nationalfund.org/state-of-our-workforce/
https://nationalfund.org/state-of-our-workforce/
January 23, 2026 at 4:01 PM
Fear at work isn’t just emotional—it’s biological. And joy can interrupt it. This episode reminds us that advancing equity also means tending to our nervous systems and humanity. Pause. Listen.
https://nationalfund.org/state-of-our-workforce/
https://nationalfund.org/state-of-our-workforce/
The “degree ceiling” shuts out millions of skilled workers. Skills-based hiring and credential transparency can unlock talent and expand access to good jobs—without lowering standards.
https://www.ncsl.org/state-legislatures-news/details/when-youve-got-the-skills-but-still-cant-get-hired
https://www.ncsl.org/state-legislatures-news/details/when-youve-got-the-skills-but-still-cant-get-hired
January 21, 2026 at 5:30 PM
The “degree ceiling” shuts out millions of skilled workers. Skills-based hiring and credential transparency can unlock talent and expand access to good jobs—without lowering standards.
https://www.ncsl.org/state-legislatures-news/details/when-youve-got-the-skills-but-still-cant-get-hired
https://www.ncsl.org/state-legislatures-news/details/when-youve-got-the-skills-but-still-cant-get-hired
Dr. King fought for the dignity and rights of Black workers—work that remains unfinished. Today, we recommit to building an equitable workforce where race doesn’t dictate success and every job is a good job.
January 19, 2026 at 4:45 PM
Dr. King fought for the dignity and rights of Black workers—work that remains unfinished. Today, we recommit to building an equitable workforce where race doesn’t dictate success and every job is a good job.
Psychological safety isn’t “soft”—it’s how people stop shrinking and start leading. When folks feel seen and heard, their wisdom shows up. Equitable systems depend on that trust. 🎧 Hear more on State of Our Workforce: https://nationalfund.org/state-of-our-workforce/
January 15, 2026 at 1:55 PM
Psychological safety isn’t “soft”—it’s how people stop shrinking and start leading. When folks feel seen and heard, their wisdom shows up. Equitable systems depend on that trust. 🎧 Hear more on State of Our Workforce: https://nationalfund.org/state-of-our-workforce/
What if self-care at work meant staying in relationship, not checking out? Mona Khan shares how nervous-system awareness + honesty can deepen trust in moments of tension. This is how workplaces hold conflict. 🎧
https://nationalfund.org/state-of-our-workforce/
https://nationalfund.org/state-of-our-workforce/
January 11, 2026 at 12:20 AM
What if self-care at work meant staying in relationship, not checking out? Mona Khan shares how nervous-system awareness + honesty can deepen trust in moments of tension. This is how workplaces hold conflict. 🎧
https://nationalfund.org/state-of-our-workforce/
https://nationalfund.org/state-of-our-workforce/
SHIFT Conference 2026 starts with you.
We’re now accepting session proposals for SHIFT 2026 in Albuquerque—bringing together workforce leaders committed to equity, job quality, and real systems change.
Have an idea to share?
🗓️ Proposals due Feb 13, 2026
🔗 https://shift.nationalfund.org/sessions/
We’re now accepting session proposals for SHIFT 2026 in Albuquerque—bringing together workforce leaders committed to equity, job quality, and real systems change.
Have an idea to share?
🗓️ Proposals due Feb 13, 2026
🔗 https://shift.nationalfund.org/sessions/
January 9, 2026 at 9:25 PM
SHIFT Conference 2026 starts with you.
We’re now accepting session proposals for SHIFT 2026 in Albuquerque—bringing together workforce leaders committed to equity, job quality, and real systems change.
Have an idea to share?
🗓️ Proposals due Feb 13, 2026
🔗 https://shift.nationalfund.org/sessions/
We’re now accepting session proposals for SHIFT 2026 in Albuquerque—bringing together workforce leaders committed to equity, job quality, and real systems change.
Have an idea to share?
🗓️ Proposals due Feb 13, 2026
🔗 https://shift.nationalfund.org/sessions/
Don’t miss what’s shaping the workforce field. Our Workforce Wrap-Up curates the news that matters — policy, practice, and systems change. Subscribe to get it in your inbox: https://prod.cdn.everyaction.com/emails/van/EA/EA005/1/77902/3xaiU9ej7ukjeUSipqJ4aDX45h9vxhrWuHo6kWDKZUJ_archive
December 22, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Don’t miss what’s shaping the workforce field. Our Workforce Wrap-Up curates the news that matters — policy, practice, and systems change. Subscribe to get it in your inbox: https://prod.cdn.everyaction.com/emails/van/EA/EA005/1/77902/3xaiU9ej7ukjeUSipqJ4aDX45h9vxhrWuHo6kWDKZUJ_archive
Systems change starts with curiosity. Joel Simon challenges us to push data, researchers, and policy deeper so workforce data reflects workers’ reality. Listen: https://nationalfund.org/state-of-our-workforce
December 19, 2025 at 6:49 PM
Systems change starts with curiosity. Joel Simon challenges us to push data, researchers, and policy deeper so workforce data reflects workers’ reality. Listen: https://nationalfund.org/state-of-our-workforce
“Advocacy isn’t a dirty word.” Philanthropy must show what’s possible—public investment must scale it. Vocational ESOL proves what works for immigrant workers. Listen: https://nationalfund.org/state-of-our-workforce/#unpacked
December 17, 2025 at 2:55 PM
“Advocacy isn’t a dirty word.” Philanthropy must show what’s possible—public investment must scale it. Vocational ESOL proves what works for immigrant workers. Listen: https://nationalfund.org/state-of-our-workforce/#unpacked
Racial equity is economic strategy. SkillWorks’ Andre Green reflects on 5 years of systems-change in MA. Essential listening. 🎧 https://nationalfund.org/state-of-our-workforce/#unpacked
December 11, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Racial equity is economic strategy. SkillWorks’ Andre Green reflects on 5 years of systems-change in MA. Essential listening. 🎧 https://nationalfund.org/state-of-our-workforce/#unpacked
Data can harm when used wrong. Declaring “good jobs” shouldn’t devalue others. Explore how to use data responsibly. 🎧 https://nationalfund.org/state-of-our-workforce
December 10, 2025 at 4:16 PM
Data can harm when used wrong. Declaring “good jobs” shouldn’t devalue others. Explore how to use data responsibly. 🎧 https://nationalfund.org/state-of-our-workforce
Expanding ESOL isn’t just the right thing to do — it’s a massive economic win. Training 10,000 more immigrants could add $1.3B in wages. We break down why language access is key to equity. Listen: https://nationalfund.org/state-of-our-workforce/#unpacked
December 5, 2025 at 1:36 PM
Expanding ESOL isn’t just the right thing to do — it’s a massive economic win. Training 10,000 more immigrants could add $1.3B in wages. We break down why language access is key to equity. Listen: https://nationalfund.org/state-of-our-workforce/#unpacked
Better questions lead to better workforce solutions. Joel Simon reminds us: local challenges need local data. Hear how better data systems actually serve workers: https://nationalfund.org/state-of-our-workforce/
December 2, 2025 at 12:01 AM
Better questions lead to better workforce solutions. Joel Simon reminds us: local challenges need local data. Hear how better data systems actually serve workers: https://nationalfund.org/state-of-our-workforce/
Keep up with what’s moving the #wkdev field. Follow us: https://www.threads.com/@nfworkforce
November 28, 2025 at 3:40 PM
Keep up with what’s moving the #wkdev field. Follow us: https://www.threads.com/@nfworkforce
A “good job” is more than pay. Commutes, benefits, and tradeoffs matter. Hear Joel Simon on State of Our Workforce: https://nationalfund.org/state-of-our-workforce/
November 27, 2025 at 7:06 PM
A “good job” is more than pay. Commutes, benefits, and tradeoffs matter. Hear Joel Simon on State of Our Workforce: https://nationalfund.org/state-of-our-workforce/
Happy Thanksgiving from the National Fund!
This Thanksgiving, we’re grateful for the workforce leaders, employers, practitioners, and partners across the country who are pushing for a more equitable future — one where every worker has what they need to thrive.
This Thanksgiving, we’re grateful for the workforce leaders, employers, practitioners, and partners across the country who are pushing for a more equitable future — one where every worker has what they need to thrive.
November 27, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Happy Thanksgiving from the National Fund!
This Thanksgiving, we’re grateful for the workforce leaders, employers, practitioners, and partners across the country who are pushing for a more equitable future — one where every worker has what they need to thrive.
This Thanksgiving, we’re grateful for the workforce leaders, employers, practitioners, and partners across the country who are pushing for a more equitable future — one where every worker has what they need to thrive.
Massachusetts has talent on the sidelines because vocational ESOL isn’t accessible. Andre Green explains why language access = infrastructure. Listen: https://nationalfund.org/state-of-our-workforce/#unpacked/
November 26, 2025 at 1:51 PM
Massachusetts has talent on the sidelines because vocational ESOL isn’t accessible. Andre Green explains why language access = infrastructure. Listen: https://nationalfund.org/state-of-our-workforce/#unpacked/
Workforce equity starts with people—not just employers. Tameshia Bridges Mansfield breaks it down on State of Our Workforce. Listen: https://rss.com/podcasts/state-of-our-workforce/2280074/
November 25, 2025 at 8:51 PM
Workforce equity starts with people—not just employers. Tameshia Bridges Mansfield breaks it down on State of Our Workforce. Listen: https://rss.com/podcasts/state-of-our-workforce/2280074/
Catch up on State of Our Workforce + the Workforce Reading List. Subscribe to get it all in your inbox: https://prod.cdn.everyaction.com/emails/van/EA/EA005/1/77902/gk-73RgoNUfvIzNigJviRe5C5eou-Uz_ggCJa4ae4fF_archive
November 24, 2025 at 6:50 PM
Catch up on State of Our Workforce + the Workforce Reading List. Subscribe to get it all in your inbox: https://prod.cdn.everyaction.com/emails/van/EA/EA005/1/77902/gk-73RgoNUfvIzNigJviRe5C5eou-Uz_ggCJa4ae4fF_archive
Equity bright spots are everywhere. 💡 In Biloxi, MS, a pre-apprenticeship program is helping women enter good jobs through holistic support. Hear the story on State of Our Workforce. 🎧 https://rss.com/podcasts/state-of-our-workforce/2280074/
November 20, 2025 at 1:56 PM
Equity bright spots are everywhere. 💡 In Biloxi, MS, a pre-apprenticeship program is helping women enter good jobs through holistic support. Hear the story on State of Our Workforce. 🎧 https://rss.com/podcasts/state-of-our-workforce/2280074/
Catch up on our latest LIVE episode of #StateOfOurWorkforceUnpacked on LinkedIn! Andre Green from SkillWorks unpacks how Boston is reimagining English language learning for lasting systems change. https://www.linkedin.com/events/7392635020567400449/
November 19, 2025 at 10:25 PM
Catch up on our latest LIVE episode of #StateOfOurWorkforceUnpacked on LinkedIn! Andre Green from SkillWorks unpacks how Boston is reimagining English language learning for lasting systems change. https://www.linkedin.com/events/7392635020567400449/
Stop searching where it’s easy — start looking where it matters. 🔦 Joel Simon shares why workforce data must tell the whole story of workers and equity. Listen now: https://nationalfund.org/state-of-our-workforce/
November 19, 2025 at 8:41 PM
Stop searching where it’s easy — start looking where it matters. 🔦 Joel Simon shares why workforce data must tell the whole story of workers and equity. Listen now: https://nationalfund.org/state-of-our-workforce/
Innovation doesn’t end — it evolves. Louisville’s design approach keeps reshaping workforce systems. Learn how local pilots drive long-term change on Unpacked. 🎧 https://youtu.be/0kQwz2fhn7w
November 17, 2025 at 9:46 PM
Innovation doesn’t end — it evolves. Louisville’s design approach keeps reshaping workforce systems. Learn how local pilots drive long-term change on Unpacked. 🎧 https://youtu.be/0kQwz2fhn7w
From Memphis to Albuquerque — #SHIFT2026 is coming. Hear Amanda Cage’s keynote on how “race-neutral” policies shaped inequity & what it’ll take to build true opportunity. Watch: https://youtu.be/JtCYKe5aAAE
November 17, 2025 at 4:20 PM
From Memphis to Albuquerque — #SHIFT2026 is coming. Hear Amanda Cage’s keynote on how “race-neutral” policies shaped inequity & what it’ll take to build true opportunity. Watch: https://youtu.be/JtCYKe5aAAE
🚨 Big #SHIFT2026 updates coming soon! Subscribe to the SHIFT newsletter & get conference news straight to your inbox. Don’t miss Albuquerque! ✉️ https://secure.everyaction.com/4FpzXApVxEquZwBmqhe79A2
November 15, 2025 at 12:20 AM
🚨 Big #SHIFT2026 updates coming soon! Subscribe to the SHIFT newsletter & get conference news straight to your inbox. Don’t miss Albuquerque! ✉️ https://secure.everyaction.com/4FpzXApVxEquZwBmqhe79A2