Employer Perspectives: Transforming Practices to Support Young Adults of Color

Delve into the transformative impact of the Chicago Generation Work™ Challenge and its profound impact on bridging employers and young adults of color. This session features Fitness Formula Clubs and ComEd, two employers who have designed and implemented meaningful practice shifts in supervisor training and internal programs to improve outcomes for young adult employees of color. Discover how Chicago-based organizations are forging successful partnerships with employers to advance racial equity, presenting compelling business cases for diversifying their workforce. Through amplifying the voices of young adults and facilitating open dialogues among employers, these collaborations are reshaping hiring and retention practices. Join us to explore firsthand accounts of innovation and inclusion, and gain insights into cultivating diverse workplaces that reflect Chicago’s community.

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