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Job training may sound dull, but getting it right is a key part of creating opportunity for people and places that have been left behind—and ultimately strengthening our economy and democracy.
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In this Workforce Realigned podcast episode, David Socolow, Executive Director of the New Jersey Higher Education Student Assistance Authority, Sarah Keh, Vice President of Inclusion Solutions at Prudential Financial, and Social Finance’s Jake Segal, discuss…
From the Social Finance Institute
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The New Jersey Pay It Forward Program uses a sustainable funding strategy that amplifies the impact of every public dollar and brings employers to the table to achieve real, measurable results for workers—that is, good…
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This thought-provoking and inspirational plenary session sought to answer how impact investing can strengthen communities and how communities have been resourceful and resilient in the face of unprecedented challenges. The session featured TED Talk-style presentations…
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Ramona Schindelheim, editor-in-chief of WorkingNation, sits down with David Socolow and Tracy Palandjian to discuss the New Jersey Pay It Forward Program.
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Social Finance Vice President and Head of Impact Advisory and Public Sector Practice Jake Segal spoke about possible solutions to the County of San Diego's behavioral health workforce shortage.
From the Social Finance Institute
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Report detailing the significant behavioral health worker shortage in San Diego and potential solutions, including a renewable workforce training fund.
From the Social Finance Institute
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Hudson County Community College hosted a launch event for the New Jersey Pay It Forward Program, a joint initiative of Governor Phil Murphy, the State of New Jersey, New Jersey CEO Council, and Social Finance.
