A catalyst in workforce development since 1991
Corporation for a Skilled Workforce (CSW) is a national non-profit that advances policies and practices which increase economic mobility, particularly for people of color and others historically excluded from success. We drive change in educational and labor market systems, focusing on scalable improvements in worker skills, job quality, and access to opportunity.
Join us in improving education and career outcomes:
WHAT’S NEW AT CSW
Data Vendor RFP: Questions and Responses
Corporation for a Skilled Workforce (CSW) was contracted by IMPART Alliance at the Michigan State University to support data... read more →
March 13, 2024
WBN NYC Frequently Asked Questions
What kinds of organizations are eligible to participate in the WBN NYC cohort? We encourage all NYC providers... read more →
March 13, 2024
The Power of Disaggregated Data in Workforce Development
A November 2023 report developed by the American Institutes for Research (AIR) for the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL)... read more →
March 6, 2024
Request for Proposals: Data Vendor for Direct Care Worker Program
Corporation for a Skilled Workforce (CSW) was contracted by IMPART Alliance at the Michigan State University to support data... read more →
March 4, 2024
Why the Economic Challenges of Black People Should Matter to All Americans
As Black History Month Officially Ends, Our Focus on Black People and the Economic Challenges that Impact Them... read more →
February 29, 2024
Trauma & Resilience Quick Guides: Turning Knowledge into Action
Interest in trauma and resilience in workforce development has grown in recent years, contributing to an increase in workshops,... read more →
February 28, 2024
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Collecting and using data to understand what’s working—and
for whom—is critical for local workforce systems
and service providers.
HOW WE’RE MAKING AN IMPACT
As an intermediary, CSW works to ensure that those who do direct service have the right workforce and education data, research, tools, and best practice information to effectively serve their communities. As a community partner, we research emerging trends and bring promising practices forward that can inform future community solutions. CSW’s expert staff are engaged in a number of projects with national implications, driving positive change at the federal, state, and local levels.
Samples of Our Work