This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • 70MillionJobs is a startup that helps formerly incarcerated individuals in the U.S. obtain job stability, through partnering with employers that create profiles on a platform and view…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Governing magazine discusses the recent Janus ruling from the Supreme Court, how it will affect union membership across the country and whether that potential drop will…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Erin Gohl explains how Big Picture Learning engages students in real-world opportunities tailored to their interests to help them develop their passions. • How can traditional schools…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • After the Janus v. AFSCME decision by the Supreme Court, teachers in New York offer their opinions on paying union dues now that it cannot be legally required. •…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: · The Hechinger Reports looks to derail the widespread misconception in America that child care work is solely for women and adds no value to society. The…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Service Year Alliance is an organization that offers paid job opportunities for young people for a full year to understand the future workforce. • How will giving job…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • The author discusses the difficulties of working in the informal economy and how global organizations are putting forth efforts to strengthen these voices and transition workers from the…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Fast Company explores the changing dynamics within the U.S. labor force, and argues that cities should consider infrastructure that supports startups and independent workers, not try…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Basta is a New York-based non-profit helping first-generation graduates get through specific hurdles to find their career paths after college. • What are some barriers that first-generation graduates…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: · EdSurge explains Google’s IT Support Certificate Program and the positive effects it has on the workforce. The program also creates educational and employment opportunities for disadvantaged individuals…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Alastair Bland explains why labor advocates are mobilizing to increase the pay of mariners, who are integral to global trade and receive low pay. • How can philanthropy support…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • The Janus v. AFSCME Council 31 Supreme Court decision prevents states and school districts from requiring that teachers pay negotiating fees to the unions that bargain on…