Expanding Employment Opportunity
CWI Labs is a catalyst for change. We partner with employers, policymakers, and the public to drive innovation in workforce training and placement, expand employment opportunity, and bring discouraged workers into the labor force so every American can achieve economic opportunity & security through work.
We are continually working on new projects and developing new initiatives. Below are a few examples of our work.
Digital Certification Program
The Digital Certification Program (DCP) is a data-driven solutions that equips unemployed older Americans with the tools they need to thrive in the modern world of work
DCP directly refutes two myths holding older workers back from employment opportunities – that they are not digitally savvy and that they do not want to learn digital skills. A Digital Certification provides job seekers with in-demand skills and a means to showcase those skills to potential employers.
Tailored to meet the specific needs of older American workers, our program goes beyond traditional offerings. Participants not only gain access to cutting-edge training but are also provided with essential equipment and internet access. The program’s efficacy has been validated through successful piloting with individuals having minimal to no prior digital skills experience. What sets us apart is our team of specially trained Digital Navigators, who offer personalized one-on-one coaching, support, and encouragement throughout the program, ensuring each participant’s journey is both enriching and rewarding.
The Summit
Each year, CWI Labs convene more than 1,000 employers, decision-makers, influencers, policymakers, and practitioners for a unique opportunity – to discuss the economic imperative of employment opportunity for older Americans. Older Americans have a labor force participation rate of only 38% and a long-term unemployment rate of 28%. Unlike other workforce conferences, the Summit focuses exclusively on unleashing the potential of our nation’s 60 million older workers.
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Formerly Incarcerated Job Seekers
Stable employment is one of the biggest factors in reducing recidivism. But formerly incarcerated job seekers are often hindered by stigma, unstable housing, unreliable transportation, and the requirements of probation, parole, or treatment.
CWI Labs began piloting a new approach to job training and placement for formerly incarcerated job seekers in 2018. Our program addresses the unique needs of these workers to support a successful, lasting re-entry into the American labor force. We combine data science, in-demand skill development, and best practices to address each stage of career training from job preparation to placement to post-placement support.
Partner with Us
CWI Labs partners with like-minded organizations to innovate new approaches, promote best practices, and tell the story of the American worker. We are building a national coalition of technology experts, workforce experts, and workforce development partners to expand employment opportunity and bring discouraged workers back to the labor force.
Contact us to:
- Showcase your organization’s commitment to employment opportunities for American workers.
- Develop solutions that drive innovation and change.
- Provide policymakers with data-informed analyses.
- Engage with our experts for events, interviews, and content submissions.
