Centering Workers…For Real For Real

09/23/2026
2:15 pm4:30 pm

Centering Workers…For Real For Real

Studio

We often say workforce systems should center workers, yet many programs, policies, and career navigation tools are still shaped by assumptions rather than lived experience. This interactive studio introduces practical approaches for testing ideas with workers and job seekers before investing significant time, funding, or resources into them. Through hands-on activities, discussion, and real-world examples, participants will explore how testing and iteration can uncover hidden biases, challenge default thinking, and improve the design of workforce and training systems. The session will examine how organizations can assess whether solutions are truly desirable, viable, and feasible. Attendees will leave with concrete tools and frameworks they can apply directly in their own work.

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