Updates & Analysis

Hiring older Veterans is not just a patriotic act; it's a smart business decision that can yield substantial benefits for companies across various industries. Their diverse skills, leadership experience, and strong work ethic make them valuable assets in today's competitive business landscape.

The Center for Workforce Inclusion (Center), the only national organization dedicated exclusively to the workforce development needs of older workers, proudly announces a collaborative venture with Coursera, one of the largest online learning platforms in the world. This partnership will provide curated course libraries to older job seekers nationwide, addressing the pressing need for critical skills training in an evolving job market.

In the rural South, older workers of color represent an untapped reservoir of talent and experience. By working together, rural communities can unlock their full potential and drive sustainable economic growth.

Rural entrepreneurship is emerging as a vital economic engine for revitalizing small towns, especially in the South, by generating jobs, reviving downtowns, and inspiring more business activity.

Join Gary A. Officer, President & CEO of the Center for Workforce Inclusion, and Shelly Cano Kurtz, author of This Little World: A Hot-To Guide for Social Innovators, for an insightful discussion on leveraging technology for nonprofit success. Gain innovative strategies to foster inclusion, trust, and impact in a rapidly evolving landscape. Ideal for both nonprofit and tech professionals, this event offers actionable insights to boost your organization's social impact.

Bringing tech jobs to rural communities increases access to information, education and economic opportunities.