Publications and Commentary

UpSkill America supports employers and workforce organizations to expand and improve high-quality educational and career advancement opportunities for America’s front-line workers.

UpSkill America, an initiative of the Aspen Institute Economic Opportunities Program, supports employers and workforce organizations to expand and improve high-quality educational and career advancement opportunities for America’s front-line workers.

We seek to create a movement of employers, civic organizations, workforce intermediaries, and policymakers working collaboratively to implement education, training, and development strategies that result in better jobs and opportunities for front-line workers, more competitive businesses, and stronger communities.

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Employer as Validator: Challenges in Verifying Skills and Experience

The role of “employer as verifier” is both a linchpin and a potential barrier in creating a system where all learning counts.

February 21, 2024

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Cover page of the publication, "Employer Engagement in Learning and Employment Records"
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Employer Engagement in Learning and Employment Records

This report describes the messages, themes, and tactics that show promise in building employer adoption of LERs.

August 30, 2023

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New Pathways at Intuit

Intuit’s Career Pathways Program, launched in partnership with AnitaB.org, supports diversity through training, mentorship, and community.

August 9, 2023

Blog Posts

Announcing the Education and Career Mobility Fellowship

The Fellowship is a professional development and peer learning opportunity designed specifically for corporate education and career mobility program professionals.

June 22, 2023

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Bridging the Digital Divide in Detroit

April 25, 2023

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About UpSkill America

UpSkill America, an initiative of the Economic Opportunities Program, supports employers and workforce organizations to expand and improve high-quality educational and career advancement opportunities for America’s front-line workers.

About the Economic Opportunities Program

The Aspen Institute Economic Opportunities Program advances strategies, policies, and ideas to help low- and moderate-income people thrive in a changing economy.

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