Latino Pathways Report to Investors

A thriving region that works well for all people must pursue two goals simultaneously: competitiveness and equity. The State of the South 2007

1. The economy is continually in motion.

2. Change brings new people.

3. Our future depends on raising skills for everyone.

Projected Effect of Immigration on U.S. Population Growth, 2000 to 2050 Millions of People Source: Congressional Budget Office

Half of adult workers without a high school diploma are foreign-born.

Three quarters of workers born in Mexico and Central America are employed in occupations with minimal educational requirements.

1. The economy is continually in motion.

2. Change brings new people.

3. Our future depends on raising skills for everyone.

Hispanic population: ,667

Hispanic population: ,726

Hispanic population: ,963

Hispanic population: ,087

Are we ready?

Theory of Change If we build a community partnership and provide them with data, coaching, and seed funding then they will design and implement a program to: Create new economic opportunities for Latino immigrant jobseekers; Support industry growth sectors.

What have we learned?

Institutional change

JobLink Centers Commit to greater access Bilingual staff Targeted programs

Community Colleges Career pathways model Contextualized language training Flexible hours

Grassroots Organizations Active player in workforce development Outreach and education Voice for community

Individual results: 268 individuals enrolled 175 in Basic Skills and ESL 53 in vocational training 28 placed in jobs

Unfinished business

Employers Mentoring Supervisory training Career advancement support

Completing a national model

Economic change New people Higher skills

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