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Stand Together Trust joins America Succeeds’ Durable Skills Initiative
In a workforce where technical skill demands continue to rapidly evolve, Durable Skills are a constant.
July 1, 2021
Discussion: What is the future of U.S. trade policy?
For generations, free trade was unquestioned in the nation’s capital and other centers of global power. Multiple factors have shaken that foundation. What comes next?
June 9, 2021
New Survey: Parents want their children’s summer back
With millions of Americans receiving vaccines every day, including children as young as 12, summer 2021 is expected to be much more open, eventful and full of opportunities for self-driven exploration than last year’s. And, according to a new YouGov survey commissioned by 50CAN, the Afterschool Alliance, and Stand Together Trust, that is just what […]
June 3, 2021
New survey shows openness to second chance hiring is increasing, but gains are still needed
More than half of H.R. professionals say they would be willing to hire individuals with criminal records, up from just 37 percent in 2018.
May 10, 2021
New Poll: Vast majority of veterans and general public want troops home from Afghanistan, Iraq, less American military engagement in the world
New polling shows two-thirds of Americans support President Biden’s decision to bring our troops home from Afghanistan, would support a similar decision to withdraw troops from Iraq, and generally want less American military involvement in the world.
May 6, 2021
The Manufacturing Institute helps employers grow second chance opportunities
MI provides resources and expertise for employers on second chance hiring as a key solution to address the skills gap in manufacturing.
April 22, 2021
Stand Together Trust’s Will Ruger on reports of September Afghanistan troop withdrawal
A speedy and full withdrawal from the country is what the American people want and what best serves American interests. While holding to the deadline in the Doha agreement would be ideal, we are pleased to see progress being made to end America’s longest ever war.
April 13, 2021
David Isay’s work bridging divides featured by AP
One Small Step and StoryCorps have brought nearly 800 people together in pairs for conversation across 40 cities.
April 7, 2021
Outschool, 4.0 Schools named top innovators in education
Fast Company has named Outschool the number one innovative education company for 2021. 4.0 Schools also ranked in the top ten.
March 23, 2021
Schoolhouse.world, Lisa Snell highlighted in Christian Science Monitor
“Implemented creatively and broadly, tutoring can create a world where grades and school buildings matter far less than they do now."
March 18, 2021