To find career success, students need more real-world skills October 12, 2021 That said, recent surveys show there’s still debate about which skills students should learn and the value of a college degree.
How bringing real change to Kansas City students has national implications October 12, 2021 A new case study reveals the keys to the progress of a regional Real World Learning initiative.
Growing local economies by scaling entrepreneurship September 30, 2021 New IEDC initiative introduces entrepreneurship credentials for economic development pros.
A case for Real World Learning Re-examining the high school experience Students, parents, and employers feel that a high school diploma no longer signifies graduates are prepared for the real world, nor for the changing demands of the future of work. But what do graduates need to be successful in life and learning after high school? In Kansas City, education, business, civic […]
Our readers speak out: Fix the gender wage gap and corral more support for women September 8, 2021 As the nation celebrates Labor Day this week, American workers who make one of the largest contributions to the economy continue to pay a price. Our readers call out the career obstacles and wage penalties facing women, and they offer creative solutions for changing the system.
Inclusive Prosperity Through Innovation and Entrepreneurship Panelists discuss the research, policies, and programs at the intersection of innovation, entrepreneurship, and inclusive prosperity. Watch the full forum below.
Dr. Monique W. Morris wants to deconstruct the stereotypes of Black girls August 25, 2021 A Q&A with Morris and Dr. Lateshia Woodley delves into the issues raised by the documentary and book Pushout: The Criminalization of Black Girls in School.
Vincular y Aprovechar Activos en Ecosistemas Empresariales para Abordar Retos y Crisis ECOSISTEMAS EN ACCIÓN: PRÁCTICAS DESDE EL TERRENO El siguiente artículo ha sido traducido de la versión original en inglés. Por favor tenga en cuenta que la mayoría de los links y recursos proporcionados en el artículo son en inglés al menos que sean etiquetados ‘en español’ en la sección de Recursos. Practica Clave Cuando una […]
Alayna Smith Alayna Smith is an impact officer for the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, where she plays an active changemaking role within the Kansas City community and is primarily responsible for leading the after-school initiative. As an educator supporting underserved communities for more than 15 years, Smith is dedicated to shattering the status quo, dismantling broken systems, […]
Their finest hour: Coming together for children and families August 10, 2021 With schools closed during the pandemic, an alliance of nonprofit leaders showed quiet heroics by taking the risk to set up learning centers without funding in place, or an end in sight.