New research highlights racial disparities in the workforce in Seattle and makes actionable recommendations for equitable economic recovery
A comprehensive racial equity agenda for the region s workforce is essential to the future economy
News provided by
Share this article
Share this article
SEATTLE, Jan. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ A new report shows that despite Seattle s reputation as a progressive beacon of economic vitality, deep racial inequities remain in the labor market that are made worse by the pandemic. Using disaggregated data analysis, the report identifies workforce equity strategies that should be implemented to foster broad economic prosperity.
Advancing Workforce Equity in Seattle: A Blueprint for Action, released today by the National Equity Atlas (a partnership between PolicyLink and the USC Equity Research Institute) with the National Fund for Workforce Solutions, Workforce Development Council of Seattle-King County, Burning Glass Technologies, and JPMorgan C