Juneteenth: Commemorating Freedom, Pursuing Equity
Juneteenth commemorates the day—June 19, 1865—when Union troops arrived in Galveston, Texas, to inform the last remaining enslaved people of their freedom, nearly two and a half years after the […]
Map Academy and YouthWorks: Building Career Pathways for Students in Plymouth
At Map Academy Charter School in Plymouth, YouthWorks serves as a gateway to opportunity. Since launching their YouthWorks Career Exploration program (designed to support career exploration and foundational skill-building) just a few […]
From Stonewall to the Workplace: Pride in Action
Every June, we come together to celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, Asexual, Plus) identity in honor of the 1969 Stonewall Riots. The Stonewall Riots are […]
Staff Spotlight: How India Hill and Skill Up Help Justice-Involved Youth Build Brighter Futures
The Skill Up program is a workforce development initiative that supports youth involved with the Massachusetts Department of Youth Services by connecting them to education, employment, and skill-building opportunities through […]
Redefining Pride Through Purpose
The Re-Entry Program at Community Action Pioneer Valley in Greenfield offers vital support, demonstrating that with the right resources, second chances can lead to meaningful change and new opportunities. After […]
Building Bridges, Saving Lives
The Bridge Club of Greater Lowell exemplifies the powers of compassion and opportunity in reducing recidivism and supporting individuals on their paths to economic stability. The Bridge Club of Greater […]
Honoring Workers and Advancing Opportunity: Reflections on International Workers’ Day
Every May 1st, International Workers’ Day—also known as May Day—offers a powerful reminder: behind every economic milestone, community initiative, and sector innovation, there are workers. Skilled, striving, and often overlooked, […]
Driving Climate Action Through Workforce Development
This Earth Day, the fight for climate justice isn’t just about protecting the planet—it’s about protecting people. In Massachusetts, low-income communities, immigrant workers, and communities of color continue to bear […]
Staff Spotlight: Building a Career in HR from the Ground Up
At Commonwealth Corporation, the Human Resources team supports the organization’s mission by managing core functions such as recruitment, onboarding, and employee relations. In addition to day-to-day operations, HR also contributes […]
Celebrating Public Health Week
Where Workforce Development Meets Public Health Every April, National Public Health Week reminds us of the many factors that shape the well-being of individuals and communities. Public health professionals often […]
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