JFFLabs EIR Incubator
A workforce and education technology incubator supporting entrepreneurs and startups committed to using cutting-edge solutions to drive equitable economic advancement. Challenge JFF has embraced an ambitious North Star goal: In 10 years, 75 million people…
Degrees of Risk Informational Page
Presenting a landmark study on Gen Z and employer perceptions of education-to-career pathways. This report offers insights about Gen Z and employer perceptions of education-to-career pathways and barriers to adoption—and how those perceptions are changing.…
Non-Degree Pathways: A DC Insider’s Perspective
A report by JFF and ASA reveals what federal policy influencers think about education-to-career pathways that don’t involve college degrees and recommends policies that would expand postsecondary opportunities for young people. Support for education-to-career pathways…
Youth Apprenticeship Intermediaries
JFF helps schools, employers, and other organizations develop youth apprenticeship programs, with the goal of expanding the apprenticeship model throughout the economy and strengthening the supply of skilled labor. Results JFF’s initial goal was to…
Expanding On-Ramps to Tech Careers With Google Career Certificates
JFF is helping to prepare the next generation of tech talent by expanding Google Career Certificate programs through partnerships with colleges and universities, nonprofits, and public-sector organizations. Results JFF has helped enroll about 10,000 learners…
The Metaverse: Designed by All, Built for All, Benefiting All
The metaverse and XR technologies reshape every aspect of education and work. As metaverse and XR technologies reshape every aspect of education and work, JFFLabs is helping partners across this growing ecosystem ensure everyone benefits…
Success, Redefined: How Nondegree Pathways Empower Youth to Chart Their Own Course to Confidence, Employability, and Financial Freedom
How nondegree pathways empower young people to chart their own courses to confidence, employability, and financial freedom Today’s young adults want and need a diverse array of education options, including, but not limited to, two-…
High Road Training Fund
JFF provides flexible, supplemental funding for California’s High Road Training Partnerships to advance job quality, economic equity, and climate resilience across the state. Results In its first year, HRTF raised $5.47 million and sub–granted to…
Beyond Degrees
Education to Career Pathways: Students Say Yes, but Are Educators and Parents Willing and Prepared to Help Them Navigate Options? With this paper, we deepen and expand upon our body of research into the public…