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Courageous Conversations
Engaging in our Equity conversations is a great way to engage with other FutureMakers in your community and learn about the effects of discrimination in our region. In our most recent conversation, we discussed the characteristics that lead to resiliency for those seeking college and career preparation during uncertain times. Watch the full video here.
Data
Southwest Florida Educational and Workforce Outcomes Study
The FutureMakers Coalition is working towards increasing the proportion of working-age adults in Southwest Florida with post-secondary degrees and other high quality credentials to 55% by 2025. The outcomes data in this report shows that Southwest Florida is making progress towards this goal with 41.2% in 2018 compared to 39% in 2013. Educational outcomes suggest that Aspiration and Preparation, Access & Entry, and Persistence and Completion measures are making positive progress. Additionally, Third Grade Reading, High School Graduation Rates, Post-Secondary Fall Enrollment, and Technical Education Fall Enrollment have increased in our region.
This data also shows that racial and ethnic minorities in Southwest Florida achieve worse educational outcomes, and indicate that further efforts are needed to support our priority populations and lower these discrepancies. Finally, data in this report show the industries that make up the majority of employed adults in Southwest Florida and the top growth occupations by major occupational group.
Looking for something to watch?
A Walk in My Shoes
This docuseries created by the Kansas State College of Education highlights the importance and also the challenges of receiving a higher education. This docuseries was created in order to create awareness about the diversity and opportunities some students have created on campus, and also the challenges they had to face on their journey. Each video depicts a student’s personal journey to K-State and their background. Click the link below to watch A Walk in My Shoes: First Generation College Students.
What We Are Reading
States should exert their power to grant college degrees – especially for these three student groups
Reopening businesses is not the only thing that states need to do in order to boost their economies; helping the millions of people affected by a changed employment market gain the skills and credentials they need should be top of their list. Effective, large-scale reforms are needed to meets students’ needs and address the inequities hindering minority students from achieving success.
Companies are speaking out against racism, but here’s what it really looks like to lead an anti-racist organization
Companies all over the country are making statements against racism and donating to civil rights movements, however some employers and organizations are going the extra mile to commit themselves to being anti-racist. Responding in this fashion to discrimination can make employees feel more psychologically safe and welcome and increase their trust in your organization.
