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COVID-19 Dashboard Update

The following charts explore the effects of the local COVID-19 outbreak and subsequent City shutdown on Philadelphia’s Workforce. Data is drawn from several sources as noted.

Jobless

Philadelphia Works released a direct analysis of the impact on Philadelphia workers of the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) outbreak and the subsequent City shutdown that followed.

WINC’s Message of Solidarity

Dear WINC Tradeswomen, We are witnessing a shift in the country, a shift towards an honest, and sometimes uncomfortable, conversation about race; specifically the Black experience in America. This is a conversation that is long overdue. As a society, we have been far too comfortable with Black people having to deal with micro and macro […]

2020-2021 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.

Philadelphia Works Seeks to Change the Delivery Model of Workforce Services to Philadelphia Residents

Philadelphia Works partnered with Mathematica to begin redesigning the city’s workforce system, the Employment, Advancement and Retention Network (EARN).

New data reveals who could benefit from Temple University’s Lenfest North Philadelphia Workforce Initiative

New data was recently released that demonstrates benefits who benefits from Temple University's Lenfest North Philadelphia workforce initiative.

Youth System Highlights

Philadelphia Works continues its efforts to enhance Philadelphia’s Youth System by growing the provider network and increasing the capacity of the system. The Business Education Partnership (BEP) is one opportunity to increase capacity, pilot new strategies, and support young people.
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Wolf Administration Announces New Resource for Manufacturers to Produce COVID-19-Related Supplies
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Northeast Philly plant wins $176 million U.S. Navy helicopter deal
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MANUFACTURING BOOT CAMP