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.
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WHAT’S NEW AT CSW
CSW Announces Sharon Sewell-Fairman as Chair of Board of Directors, Retirement of Previous Board Members
CSW is pleased to announce the new Chair of our Board of Directors, Sharon Sewell-Fairman. Sharon has been a... read more →
February 6, 2026
CSW Announces Trauma-Informed and Resilient Massachusetts (T&R MA)
Massachusetts, February 4, 2026: Corporation for a Skilled Workforce (CSW) is partnering with the MassHire Department of Career Services (MDCS) and... read more →
February 4, 2026
2025 in Review at CSW
As the new year begins, we want to pause to celebrate CSW’s many accomplishments over the past twelve months.... read more →
January 6, 2026
How to Improve Workplace Culture and Increase Psychological Safety at Work
Workplace culture is a major factor in how effective and happy staff are at work. A SHRM study found... read more →
December 1, 2025
Using Design Thinking with Opportunity Youth to Improve Programs in California
Preparing young people for the jobs of the future is a complex task, even without the addition of AI... read more →
November 19, 2025
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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