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A Community Health Model Is Helping Latinx Immigrants Understand Their Reproductive Rights

Next City

Most Latinx immigrants in New Jersey said they didn’t know abortion was legal there. Meet the group helping the state understand why.

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Think Child Care is Hard to Find? It’s Even Tougher for Children, Parents with Disabilities

GAO (US Government Accountability Office)

Year-long waits, cold calls that end in goose chases, and a lot of worry. While many parents struggle to find child care, parents of children with disabilities (and parents with disabilities themselves) often face additional challenges. For a new.

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The evolving role of experiences in travel

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Travelers increasingly plan trips around activities. How can the travel industry make it easier to discover and book the magical experiences that travelers crave?

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Second Chance Re-Entry Program

The Whistle Post

A FRESH START…FOR FORMERLY INCARCERATED INDIVIDUALS Gain the skills you need to successfully re-enter the workforce. Are you unemployed? Have been involved with the criminal justice system? Over the age of 25 and living in the state of Connecticut? The Second Chance Re-Entry Program provides participants with work readiness, job search and placement assistance, and employment retention skills to promote access to higher-paying jobs.

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A Guide For City Managers & CAOs to Achieve Operational Excellence

This guide addresses the unique operational challenges faced by smaller municipalities, such as limited resources, budget constraints, and diverse community needs. By leveraging digital tools, City Managers and Municipal Chief Administrative Officers (CAOs) can streamline workflows, enhance communication, and improve service delivery. The guide covers identifying operational challenges, choosing the right software, and implementing digital solutions.

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What are Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions?

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions are greenhouse gases that are released across an organization’s entire value chain. Scope 3 emissions are the most complex, as they are released before and after a product is delivered or consumed.

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How Tribes Can Benefit from More Native Participation in the IT Workforce

FedTech Magazine

Addressing underrepresentation in the IT workforce is the first step toward developing a robust pipeline of Native American IT professionals, according to Monday’s multipanel session at TribalNet 2024. Justin Raisor, advisory board member of the Tribal Cyber Training League, cited Cisco’s estimate that Native Amercians make up less than 0.005% of the tech workforce in the United States, despite accounting for nearly 3% of the country’s population.

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State and Local Governments Increase Access to Behavioral Health Resources

State Tech Magazine

In Illinois, as elsewhere, behavioral health services have been in high demand in trying times. State officials are working to help families obtain timely access to care. “What parents have told us, and what many state agency partners agree with, is that it’s very difficult as a parent to know where to get help,” says Dana Weiner, director of the Illinois Children’s Behavioral Health Transformation Initiative.

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Numat CEO Ben Hernandez on mitigating the risks of hazardous chemicals

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Numat’s solutions enabled by metal-organic frameworks operate at the nanoscale to neutralize chemical hazards. Interest is growing in their application in chemical defense equipment.

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NSW Department of Education works with AWS to transform tech skills and the digital jobs landscape

AWS Public Sector Blog

The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technologies is changing how we work and what skills workers need to be able to thrive. The World Economic Forum Future of Jobs Report 2023 estimates that 60 percent of workers will require retraining by 2027 to prepare for jobs of the future, in a world of intelligent machines and cognitive computing.

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Is your frontline workforce strategy right for where you are?

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

With sharper local insights, a fit-for-purpose talent strategy can help manufacturers and other frontline-intensive businesses turn talent into a competitive edge.

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Empower Digital Government: Strategic Workbook for Modern Transformation

Digital transformation is reshaping government interactions, bringing agencies closer to the communities they serve. However, while many have adopted new digital tools, few have implemented comprehensive strategies to maximize their benefits. Our Strategic Workbook for Modern Government offers a step-by-step guide to developing a sustainable digital strategy.

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Talking About the Glacier Park Conservancy

Park Leaders

“By bringing varied backgrounds into conservation careers, we are ensuring our parks represent all of America.” In Glacier National Park, the journey to reintroduce bison is a great example of the power of perseverance and learning from failure. The collaborative effort between the US Federal Government, US Fish and Wildlife Service, Glacier Park leaders, and the Blackfeet Nation was a key marker in the project’s success.

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Rolls-Royce in transformation: An interview with Nikki Grady-Smith

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

To thrive in the aerospace sector, companies must go far beyond small-scale, incremental changes and transform their entire business.

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Public Employers Need to Compete for Talent

Careers in Government

Recent columns suggest private employers are about to be hit by “Great Resignation 2.0”, based on surveys showing a high percentage of employees are considering resigning. The post Public Employers Need to Compete for Talent appeared first on Careers in Government.

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A Collaborative Path Toward a Well-Funded Employee Retirement

NLC (National League of Cities)

Authored by Senior Researcher at MissionSquare Research Institute Gerald Young Discussions around retirement benefits often devolve into false either/or choices around defined benefit and defined contribution plans, tiers that pit existing employees against new hires or the details of actuarial formulas.

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Key Strategies for Public Works Employees to Embrace Government Software

In a rapidly evolving landscape, the integration of digital software into Public Works teams has become imperative. This shift presents an opportunity to transcend traditional approaches, unlocking new levels of efficiency, cost savings, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. This eBook offers comprehensive strategies to navigate this transformation.

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The Public Sector Is Behind in Its AI Knowledge. Here’s Why That Needs to Change

Careers in Government

AI knowledge must penetrate communities deeper than it currently does if society wants to leverage it for good. The post The Public Sector Is Behind in Its AI Knowledge. Here’s Why That Needs to Change appeared first on Careers in Government.

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Enhancing privacy and compliance with 3M bright screen privacy filters for laptops

Open Access Government - Technology News

Dave Williams, Materials Manager at 3M UK PLC, introduces 3M bright screen privacy filters for laptops that enhance on-screen privacy and compliance in the public sector In today’s digital age, the public sector is increasingly reliant on technology to deliver services efficiently and securely. From government agencies to public health organisations, the need for robust data protection measures has never been more critical.

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How to Build a GREAT Culture on Your Team Even Without the Support of the Larger Organization

Careers in Government

In the end, building a great culture on your team, even without the support of the larger organization, comes down to taking ownership The post How to Build a GREAT Culture on Your Team Even Without the Support of the Larger Organization appeared first on Careers in Government.

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Riverton, NJ Launches New GovPilot Partnership

GovPilot

Riverton, NJ just began a new partnership with the government management software provider to streamline operations and government services in the municipality.

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7 Signs Your Local Government ERP Is Holding You Back: A Guide for Small Municipalities

Local governments and municipalities serving populations under 200,000 face distinctive challenges in delivering efficient and effective services to their communities. To overcome these challenges, many rely on Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems tailored to their specific needs. Not all ERP systems are created equal, and some may hinder progress rather than support it.

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Intentional Modeling of Desired Values and Behaviors

Careers in Government

Do not leave the quality of your work culture to chance. Be intentional by embedding and living out your valued behaviors. The post Intentional Modeling of Desired Values and Behaviors appeared first on Careers in Government.

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How data centers and the energy sector can sate AI’s hunger for power

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

The growth of data centers and the adoption of AI rely on the availability of electric power. Opportunities for investors in power infrastructure and adjacent sectors are quickly emerging.

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Quantum sensing’s untapped potential: Insights for leaders

McKinsey Public & Social Sector Insights

Quantum sensing is viable and could touch many parts of businesses. Here’s what leaders across industries should know.

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