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Laura Aka
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Senior Editorial Producer, WorkingNation
Los Angeles, United States
Beats
Tech And Social Issues , Video Games , Internet Culture
Theoretical economics, econometrics, finance theory.
Content
By Laura Aka| WorkingNation@ The number of people with an incarceration, conviction, or arrest record – – might surprise you. What might not surprise you is that for those who have interacted with the U.S. justice system, even in a minor way, finding a good job can be a challenge with lifetime economic implications. Research out of the University of California, Los Angeles finds stigma in hiring.
By Laura Aka| WorkingNation@ Skip to content Apprenticeships can be a pathway to good careers, but they don’t work for everyone. Research indicates that a main reason some don’t complete their apprenticeship programs is financial difficulties. Jobs for the Future (JFF) has just launched the National Apprentice Fund (NAF) – an initiative to cut that hardship as a means to support Registered Apprenticeship completion. Google.org is financially supporting NAF with $2,800 individual, one-time awards going to 750 apprentices....
By Laura Aka| WorkingNation@ The number of people with an incarceration, conviction, or arrest record – – might surprise you. What might not surprise you is that for those who have interacted with the U.S. justice system, even in a minor way, finding a good job can be a challenge with lifetime economic implications. Research out of the University of California, Los Angeles finds stigma in hiring.
Company Info
WorkingNation
WorkingNation is a nonprofit media and journalism organization founded by venture capitalist Art Bilger. Its mission is to create and share impactful stories about the current and future state of work in the United States. The organization aims to educate and inspire civic and business leaders, as well as employee leadership groups, to explore workforce solutions. The organization produces content that highlights workforce challenges and opportunities, with a focus on the importance of upskilling and reskilling in a changing job market. WorkingNation employs award-winning filmmakers and journalists to deliver solution-oriented stories and in-depth reporting on best practices and innovative workforce development programs. Key areas of focus include workforce news and insights, storytelling that addresses unemployment causes, and community engagement with various partners to develop effective workforce strategies. Featured topics include lifelong learning, apprenticeships, inclusive workforce development, and building a sustainable green future.
Los Angeles, California, United States
Founded: 2015