Why Visual Dashboards Are the Future of Impact Communication In today’s environment, static reports are no longer enough. Public health, education, and workforce development are sectors that are under constant pressure to show progress, prove outcomes, and keep stakeholders informed. The problem is that traditional reports often take too long to build and become [...]
From Requirements to Results in Workforce Funding Across the country, state workforce agencies, local workforce boards, American Job Centers, and training providers are preparing for modifications to the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) State Plans for Program Years 2026 and 2027. Federal guidance makes clear that states must update their strategies, reassess labor [...]
By: Kayleigh P. Marques October 25th, 2024 Introduction On October 21st, 2024, Clear Impact hosted a webinar in partnership with the Greater Cleveland Career Consortium (GCCC), titled "Advancing Education and Workforce Opportunity: The Greater Cleveland Career Consortium Story." This roundtable discussion featured key leaders from GCCC, including: Autumn Russell [...]
By: Kayleigh P. Marques October 22nd, 2024 We’re excited to share some incredible news with you! 🎉 Clear Impact has officially launched the Social Sector Hero of the Year Award, and we’re looking for organizations like yours that are making a real, measurable difference in their communities. This award is designed to [...]
By: Kayleigh P. Marques September 30th, 2024 Summary of Parts 1 and 2 In Part 1 of this series, "Designing a Results-Based Workforce Development Partnership," we explored the inherent complexity of workforce development as a multifaceted social issue. We discussed the importance of cross-sector collaboration, outlining key priority areas [...]
By: Kayleigh P. Marques September 10th, 2024 Summary of Part 1 In "Designing a Results-Based Workforce Development Partnership (Part 1 — Understanding the Complexity)," we explored the intricate and multifaceted nature of workforce development as a critical social issue. The blog emphasized the need for cross-sector collaboration, highlighting that [...]
By: Kayleigh P. Marques Aug 21st, 2024 Workforce Development: A Complex Social Issue That Requires Cross-Sector Collaboration Workforce development is a multifaceted challenge that goes far beyond simply preparing individuals for employment. It encompasses a wide range of activities, from skill development and education alignment to employer engagement and [...]
By: Kayleigh P. Marques Aug 12th, 2024 When implemented effectively, workforce development initiatives can accelerate community progress and prosperity. In today’s tech-focused world, keeping up with the changing demands of the job market demands innovative, tech-savvy solutions that can adapt and scale. At Clear Impact, we’re passionate about harnessing technology to [...]
What Kinds of Technologies & Tools Would Increase Your Workforce Development Impact? Evolving technologies have the potential to help solve growing workforce challenges like the rise of automation, crushing student debt, low wages, and growing skills gaps. But workforce training systems are only one piece of the puzzle when it comes to preparing for the future [...]
Jobs for the Future (JFF) recently released a Field Guide for Workforce Technology Solutions – Strategies and Approaches for Building Tech-Enabled Training Partnerships. This guide presents key lessons learned through the initial phases of the Future of Work Grand Challenge, launched in June 2020. You can read a summary of this guide in our blog Tips [...]
