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Practices & Centers

Research, Evaluation & Analytics

Building evidence to inform action and drive impact.
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Harnessing the power of evidence and discovery to promote more equitable practice and policy.

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The programs and policies designed to foster economic advancement need strong data to yield strong results. Bold change requires asking the right questions, collecting the right data, and conducting the right analyses to know what works and how to improve.

ܽƵ’s Research, Evaluation & Analytics team works to create a future where evidence-driven programs and policies empower individuals, transform education and workforce systems, and ensure that everyone has access to quality jobs and meaningful career pathways. 

Key Initiatives

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Evaluation Services
JFF provides insights that shed light on the development, implementation, and impact of programs and policies that support inclusive and equitable economic advancement.

Research to Advance the Field
Augmenting our technical expertise with deep field experience, JFF offers a unique perspective in research to understand what works and for whom to help individuals achieve their educational and economic goals.

Labor Market Information
Through contextualized analysis of real-time and historical labor supply and demand data, JFF brings our unique point of view to identify, elevate, and amplify emerging trends in local and regional economies to promote concrete action and change.

Building Effective Technology Internships

Building Effective Technology Internships

A three-year study that JFF conducted for the National Science Foundation shows that community college technology internships can be effective bridges to employment for postsecondary students.

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Team

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The Research, Evaluation & Analytics team is available to conduct rigorous research, evaluation, and labor market information analysis to support evidence-based practices that transform the learn-and-work ecosystem. Contact us to learn more about how you can partner with us or support our work, and subscribe for updates.