New data story shows that two-thirds of essential workers are STARs (workers Skilled Through Alternative Routes) who have the skills to move into middle- and high-wage jobs.
Marketplace Momentum: Skillist Joins Opportunity@Work
Millions of Americans are locked out of better jobs simply because they lack a four-year degree. Yet these workers have skills that companies desperately need – skills they developed through military service, in training programs, at community colleges, on the job, or through other alternatives to college. It’s time for more employers to recognize and value individuals who are Skilled Through Alternative Routes (STARs).
At Opportunity@Work, we envision a world where STARs have a fair chance to achieve the American Dream — with fulfilling jobs, rewarding careers, and better lives for themselves and their families.
Here’s how we’ll realize that vision:
We are connecting employers with STARs.
We are connecting employers with training providers and STARs through the rapid scaling of our online marketplace which will make it faster and easier for employers to hire STARs.
We are accelerating learning and investment in support of STARs.
We are inviting partners to share insights, and test solutions on behalf of STARs, sharing what we learn with the entire workforce development field.
Stay connected as we work to expand career opportunities for STARs!
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As we continue to build momentum for the Opportunity@Work marketplace, we’re delighted to welcome Skillist co-founders Ananth Kasturiraman and Caroline Fay as Entrepreneurs-in-Residence to our team.
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America needs to think differently about the value of jobs during the coronavirus recovery, writes Karan Chopra.
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