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2022-2023 High Priority Occupation List

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Workforce System has established High Priority Occupations (HPOs) as one component of Pennsylvania's industry-driven approach to workforce development. The purpose of the HPO lists is to align workforce training and education investments with occupations that are in demand by employers, have higher skill needs and are most likely to provide family-sustaining wages.

Quarterly Philadelphia Labor Market Report

This quarterly report offers insight into key measures of economic activity, providing leaders across public and private institutions an easy-to-access update on Philadelphia’s economy.

Gentrification and Neighborhood Change in Philadelphia: Demographic and Labor Market Characteristics

Though the phenomenon of gentrification itself has been studied in great detail, little work has been done to truly understand how gentrification affects local labor markets. In particular, the emergence of new industries, changes in job quality, and shifts in worker commuting patterns are topics that remain largely unexplored. Focused on the city of Philadelphia, […]

2021-2022 Recovery Occupations: Our Strategy for Investment

Based on labor market analysis and current conditions, our strategy for investment during recovery.

Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Local and Regional Plan for Philadelphia and Surrounding Counties Program Years 2021-2024

The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) establishes an integrated workforce system designed to meet the needs of businesses and job seekers. In accordance with WIOA, the plans for Philadelphia’s integrated workforce system, and Southeastern PA are below. The effective date for both plans are July 1, 2021-June 30, 2024. Philadelphia Workforce Development Board Agenda […]

Philadelphia: An Executive Summary of Economic and Demographic Trends

The economic and demographic characteristics of Philadelphia residents have shifted rapidly over the past decade. Population and employment growth, increases in educational attainment, and decreases in the overall poverty rate have all transformed the way our city functions.
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The Apprenticeship Landscape in Philadelphia: Successes, Inequities, and Recommendations for Improvement
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Good Jobs Challenge Webinar | Frequently Asked Questions
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Leveraging Investments Increase Access to Opportunities for Philadelphia Residents
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Good Jobs Challenge Overview Webinar
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Good Jobs Challenge Grant Presents Southeastern Pennsylvania with Unique Opportunity for Equitable Growth
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SEPMA What's New

Manufacturing Career Accelerator Program (MCAP) Fall Courses begins September 12, 2022