Bay Area K-16 Collaborative Backbone: Employer Engagement
SPR is thrilled to be the backbone for the Bay Area K16 Collaborative, an equity-centered regional network to collectively impact K-16 achievement across the educational continuum leading to high-demand, high-skill careers. In our role, SPR supports the infrastructure needed to…
Read more » Breaking Barriers to Employment Initiative Evaluation Report Published
SPR and Corporation for a Skilled Workforce are pleased to announce the release of our evaluation report on the Breaking Barriers to Employment Initiative, funded by the California Workforce Development Board. This initiative, which started right at the start of the pandemic, supported…
Read more » An Evaluation of AB 1111: The Breaking Barriers to Employment Initiative
In December 2019, the California Workforce Development Board (State Board) awarded 26 Breaking Barriers to Employment Initiative (Breaking Barriers or the initiative) grants. Each grant went to either a community-based organization (CBO) or a workforce development board (WDB) with each…
Read more » Stephanie is the Executive Vice President and oversees strategic initiatives to advance SPR’s mission. In partnership with the senior leadership team, she guides the vision, goals, and direction of SPR as it continues to grow, diversify, and embrace equity and…
Read more » Kate is a Principal and Director of the Workforce and Human Services Division at SPR. She leads partnerships with foundations and government organizations to improve economic mobility for families and households, especially those with limited assets and incomes, helping them…
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