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Extra Popsicle Sticks: Unveiling Bias in Workforce Development (Leinaʻala Nakamura - WorkHawaiʻi)

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In the realm of workforce development, additional layers of processes, forms, and records often inadvertently create hurdles for program enrollment. These “extra” barriers are sometimes rooted in unintentional yet personal biases, impeding equitable access and participation from the vulnerable communities for which these programs were intended to serve.

Explore how these obstacles arise, their impact on program enrollment, and strategies to counter and diminish biases within workforce development processes. Don't miss this chance to glean insights and tools for forging more inclusive and accessible pathways in workforce development.

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