E19: Getting Back to Work: How to Help Your Staff Feel Safe, Supported and Sane
Philadelphia, PA, USA, May 20, 2020
As the COVID-19 rate of infection slows and Pennsylvania plans to reopen, employers who were fortunate enough to transition their staff to remote work, are preparing for employees to return[...]
Youth Workforce System Spotlight: Philadelphia Youth Network (PYN)
May 17, 2020
COVID-19 Cancels Many Summer Plans, but will not Stop Summer Jobs in Philadelphia
Philadelphia is Still #ALLIN4WORKREADY
Philadelphia, PA, USA, May 6, 2020
WorkReady Philadelphia partners remain committed to ensuring young people are engaged in workforce experiences
2020-2021 High Priority Occupation List
May 1, 2020
Each year, Philadelphia Works collects petitions from employers and partners for needed additions to the region's High Priority Occupations list
Virtual Resources Now Available for All Philadelphia Career Seekers
Philadelphia, PA, USA, April 30, 2020
Priority resources available inside local PA CareerLink® centers are now accessible online
Philadelphia Works Lyft's Up Career Seekers During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Philadelphia, PA, USA, April 29, 2020
Through its “LyftUp” initiative, and in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Lyft has partnered with over 500 organizations to offer essential transportation access to get people where they[...]
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Experts
H. Patrick Clancy
H. Patrick Clancy possesses more than 20 years senior level experience developing and managing Career and Workforce Development programs. As President and CEO of Philadelphia Works,[...]
Meg Shope Koppel
Meg Shope Koppel, Ph.D., chief research officer at Philadelphia Works, Philadelphia’s workforce development board, has over 30 years of experience[...]
Dale F. Porter
Dale F. Porter currently serves as chief financial officer at Philadelphia Works, the city’s workforce development board. He has over 25 years of progressive experience[...]
PhilaWorks in the News
Creative Problem-Solving Ensures "Uber"-Quick Trips to Work for Participants | Community Integrated Services
May 15, 2020
Community Integrated Services
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WorkReady redesigns summertime program for city youth
May 6, 2020
The Philadelphia Tribune
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Philadelphia COVID-19 update: Mayor announces new Mural Arts messaging program, initiatives for youth
May 5, 2020
Chestnut Hill Local
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About Philadelphia Works
Philadelphia Works, Inc., the city’s workforce development board, is a non-profit, quasi-public organization serving employers and connecting career seekers to employment and training opportunities. We invest public resources in a variety of workforce solutions that drive economic growth, influence the public workforce policies, and optimize funding and resources to build a skilled and thriving workforce. For more information please visit philaworks.org.
Our Mission: To develop and manage smart workforce solutions that respond to business needs and increase economic opportunity for all Philadelphia residents.
Our Vision: A thriving Philadelphia workforce, a stronger local economy.
