We’re all in this together.

As discussed in our new report Help Wanted: Knowledge Workers Needed, Philadelphia faces considerable challenges as it looks to thrive and prosper in our dynamic, knowledge-based economy. Chief among them is the fundamental misalignment between the skills of our people and the needs of our employers. We can and we must correct this imbalance. Learn how you can make a difference.

Learners

You must take control of your education and economic future. Advancing your skills, knowledge, and abilities will open doors to better jobs, higher wages, more secure employment, and stronger, more successful families.
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Advocates

Use your voice and exercise leadership in articulating and addressing the adult literacy challenge. Approximately 50% of Philadelphians are competing for 30% of available jobs. You can and you must lead the way in correcting this imbalance and championing solutions. Philadelphia’s future depends on it.
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Employers

Literacy deficits directly impact your company’s profitability and performance. In fact, data show that employers who invest in their workers during challenging economic times recover faster. So now is the time to focus on improving the skills of your people and success of your company. You have partners in this effort. Work together.
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Educators

You must lead, collaborate, and adapt to meet the changing demands of the 21st century economy by fostering practices that center on workforce development. Resources and support are available.
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