Updates & Analysis

We are thrilled to announce that Wes Moore, Maryland's 63rd Governor and the state's first Black Governor in 246 years, has been confirmed as a keynote speaker at the highly anticipated Summit 2023. Governor Moore will participate in a fireside chat with our President & CEO, Gary A. Officer, making this event a significant highlight.

The blog series, "Aging Workforce: Real Stories of Transformation and Resilience," delves into the multi-dimensional narratives that define the American workforce beyond mere economic statistics. In Part 1, the exploration commences with the significance of the monthly jobs report and its role in evaluating opportunities for the middle class. The narrative then shifts to New Bedford, uncovering the city's evolution from textile to fishing industries, interwoven with personal stories of older job seekers embracing the Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP).

The complexities of rural job seeking demand comprehensive solutions that encompass education, economic diversification, digital connectivity, transportation innovations, and supportive networks. Addressing these challenges collectively will not only enhance rural job seekers' prospects but also invigorate rural communities with a renewed sense of economic vitality and growth. By acknowledging and acting on these challenges, stakeholders can pave the way for a brighter future for rural American job seekers.

Gary A. Officer sits down PBS’s The Pulse to discuss the dangers AI poses for older worker. More than a million U.S. workers over 60 years old lost their jobs during the pandemic. Most furloughed workers went back to work, but older adults are getting left behind.

More than a million U.S. workers over 60 years old lost their jobs during the pandemic. Most furloughed workers went back to work, but older adults are getting left behind.