SKILLSPACE HELPS disconnecteD workers
identify skillS & realistic paths towards employment
There are almost 2 million marginally connected workers in the US. About ¼ of them are ‘discouraged’ workers, meaning they’ve completely given up on looking for employment due to lack of belief they can get a job in today’s market.
Getting these citizens back to work creates a positive ripple effect for all.
Their likelihood of poverty and crime decreases, and physical and mental health improves. States benefit from increased tax revenue and a reduced burden on resources.
Here’s how Skillspace is helping to re-write the story (or restart the conversation) for the detached worker, and the States they live in: