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Multi-Generational programs (also called the 2Gen approach) address the needs of both children and parents, with the ultimate goal of creating self-sustaining opportunities and better outcomes for the whole family unit. Multi-Generational programs have been applauded and proven to be a holistic way to end the cycle of poverty, which is why EDSI is so committed to offering this program to as many families in as many regions as possible.
Explore how EDSI’s Pre-ETS team is improving workforce readiness nationwide by delivering high-quality, consistent career preparation for youth and supporting programs across multiple states. Read the full story on how our facilitators are helping students build skills, gain confidence, and achieve meaningful outcomes.
Discover how EDSI’s Innovative Learning Solutions team designed ‘The Science of Happiness’—a 12-month microlearning series rooted in positive psychology and neuroscience. Learn how this program supports employee well-being, engagement, and organizational success through practical, mobile-friendly strategies. Explore EDSI’s commitment to workforce development and customized training solutions that help organizations grow their people—and their impact.
How are career ladders and lattices different? How are they the same? And which one is best for your organization’s talent management strategy? Although they’re both tools that organizations use to guide employees on a path of career progression, they differ in many ways! In this article, I will review how they’re different, what they have in common and which one might be the best choice for your organizational needs.
Helping jobseekers find work continues to be a central focus of workforce development professionals. Even though the labor market has stabilized compared to earlier years, jobseekers still face real challenges—from industry skills gaps and hiring competition to changing job search behaviors shaped by digital-first recruitment.
As the world of work evolves, so must the way we develop people. Learn how EDSI’s Kim Glenn is helping organizations build future-ready talent and shape the next era of learning and leadership through her work with ATD’s exclusive CTDO group.
Career readiness has been a common topic in the workforce development and educational arenas for many years, and now more than ever, bridging the gap between education and workforce preparation is crucial. In this blog, we highlight a curriculum development project with Abington Junior High School. After receiving a state grant, Abington wanted to develop a school-wide curriculum based on educating students on career pathways and employability skills to give them all the foundational skills they would need to be successful in their post-secondary or post-college careers.
Effective, work-based learning strategies build a bridge between learning and real work experiences. In partnership with Workforce Development Boards and employers across the country, we continue to see work-based learning (WBL) initiatives and funding reemerging as critical regional strategies to help the millions of people who are struggling to start or advance in their careers. Let's explore the benefits of effective WBL strategies and the different types of WBL initiatives that are available.
Are your state and local workforce strategies optimized to support and engage older workers in your region? In this blog, we're sharing important information on serving older adult workers ages 55 and up, including workforce insights, labor market metrics, barrier remediation and 6 strategies you can use to more successfully engage with older workers.