35 - Closing Skill Gaps for Working Learners with Transit Support
from Ready for Work Hosted by Jasen Jones, ACT Work Ready Communities
As workforce development typically focuses on skill and availability, other economic and community development practices can make or break those workforce efforts. Examples include housing, broadband internet, childcare, and today’s focus in Episode 35, transportation. Abigail Seldin from the Seldon-Haring-Smith Foundation (SHSF) brings us insight on the importance of transit for community college students. We’ll explore the impact of mapping efforts to boost transit options, the interface of public policy, and advice on how to connect these strategies to a Work Ready Community. Links and Resources Guest Abigail Seldin, CEO/Co-Founder, Seldon-Haring-Smith Foundation: LinkedIn Twitter Public Transit Map from SHSF Transcript of Episode 35 (PDF) ACT Workforce Summit ACT Work Ready Communities ACT Workforce Solutions
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