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Future of Work: High-Potential Industries
April 27, 2026
In today’s dynamic labor market, being future-focused is an essential part of the equation for economic security. The national unemployment rate in March was 4.3%. More than a quarter of those job se…
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Second Chance Month in a Changing Economy: A Call to Lead in the Future of Work
April 15, 2026
By now you’ve probably received several reminders that April is Second Chance Month. It’s important to acknowledge not just the need for employment pathways for justice-impacted individuals, but the…
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Future of Work: Training for Productivity
March 16, 2026
During a recent webinar in the NRWC Thought Leadership Series, economist Jeffrey Korzenik described how economies grow in one of two ways: by expanding the labor force or by increasing productivity…
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Avoiding Coverage Loss
February 12, 2026
By Teresa Miller How Reentry Providers Can Respond to New Medicaid Rules The implementation of work reporting requirements is among the changes coming to Medicaid following last year’s passage of the…
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The Rise of Background Checks and What Justice Impacted Job Seekers Need to Know
September 9, 2025
Over the past three decades, background checks have shifted from a niche practice to a near-universal part of hiring. Today, nearly 9 out of 10 employers report using them. While this trend was fuele…
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Soft Skills Are Essential Skills: Six Non-Negotiables for Career Success After Incarceration
June 17, 2025
Essential Skills for Justice-Impacted Job Seekers When we talk about preparing justice-impacted job seekers for meaningful employment, the conversation often jumps to “hard skills” — those gained thr…
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Reentry Workforce Programs Are Community Builders
April 28, 2025
Reentry Workforce Programs Are Community Builders Reentry workforce programs do more than help individuals find jobs—they help communities grow stronger, safer, and more connected. For individuals re…
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Increasing Access to Quality Jobs: Key Takeaways
March 18, 2025
A quality job is more than just a paycheck—it provides stability, fair compensation, and opportunities for career growth. However, justice-impacted individuals often face barriers to securing meaning…
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Strengthening Communities and Economies
March 10, 2025
For decades, reentry workforce programs have served as a bridge between justice-impacted individuals and economic opportunity. Their impact extends far beyond employment; connecting individuals to go…
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Five Tips to Strengthen Employer Relationships and Get More Justice-Impacted Job Seekers Hired
December 16, 2024
Optimizing Fair Chance Employer Relationships As employers across the country struggle to fill open positions and find employees who are the right fit for their organizations, many are recognizing th…
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