Funding for adult workforce development programs in New York City has decreased, while evidence shows that investments in upskilling lead to better economic outcomes. A recent report suggests that only 16% of NYC's $640 million workforce budget supports adult workers, primarily affecting those outside traditional safety nets. As middle-wage jobs decline, many adults find themselves excluded from opportunities for advancement in critical industries, despite significant funds allocated to youth programs. This systemic neglect highlights a mismatch between the city's economic promises and the reality facing many working individuals, indicating a major gap in workforce support.
Funding for adult workforce programs has fallen - despite clear evidence that investments in adult upskilling, credentialing and job placement deliver faster returns.
Simply put, when New Yorkers try to position themselves for better pay, stronger benefits and grow in their industries, they find themselves shut out.
Despite constituting the majority of the city’s unemployed and underemployed, this group is excluded from a workforce development system.
The city’s approach to workforce investment has shifted dramatically with youth-focused programs seeing unprecedented growth, accounting for nearly half of all allocated workforce dollars.
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