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Substance Recovery is a Workforce Issue
According to the CDC, one in seven Americans reports experiencing substance use issues. Like many life challenges facing people, including lack of stable housing or transportation, substance abuse is also a workforce issue.
New projections show a growing, diverse population in the region
The size of the region’s population and changing demographic patterns are important metrics for the local economy. The overall size of the region’s workforce and its demographic makeup are driven by the patterns across the total population.
Update: A new tool to help Kentuckians understand benefits cliffs
As the costs of basic needs have skyrocketed during this period of rapid inflation, it is worth revisiting the impact of cliff effects on workers in low-wage jobs. The Kentucky Center for Statistics has revamped its Family Resource Simulator, making it easier to use and ensuring it will stay updated and relevant in a changing economy.
Data is a Four Letter Word
Setting goals for quality and equity are important, but benchmarking and measuring progress is just as crucial. The data will tell the story over time.
The importance of immigrants to the region's labor force
Given the current demand for workers, it is worth highlighting the importance of immigrants to the labor supply within the Louisville region.