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Check out FSG and Talent Rewire’s recently published research on unreached employees—and the untapped opportunities for both businesses and employees ?? Key insights: ?? Unreached employees (adults who hold low-wage jobs without clear career paths and are not reached by career advancement opportunities) have an overwhelming desire for career advancement, yet 30% of frontline employees are not applying to these opportunities. ? The benefits of participating in career development opportunities are often unclear, insufficient, or deferred. ?? Frontline employees often don’t feel empowered to participate in professional development because they fear that failure will jeopardize job stability and they lack encouragement from frontline managers, among other factors. Huge shout out to Fay Hanleybrown, Megan Linquiti, Ulises Trujillo Rivera, Kimberly Shin, and Michael Webb for their work on this piece! Read more ?? https://lnkd.in/eGUpTdtr

Please welcome Kaavya Arakoni to the FSG team! ?? Last month, Kaavya joined FSG as a Consultant with a background in research and consulting across a variety of social sectors in the Global South. She is interested in projects relating to international development and economic mobility and is passionate about using human-centered, context-specific approaches to key development challenges. She says, “FSG’s systems approach is crucial to achieve social impact at a meaningful level, and I am so excited to be a part of an organization that works to address the different conditions of systems change and centers equity.” We’re so thrilled to have Kaavya on the FSG team! Please join us in giving her a warm welcome ??

Coming to ABFE's Annual Conference from April 6-9? Say hello to the FSG team! ?? Collective Impact Forum Director of Programs & Partnerships Courtney Williams Robertson will be in attendance and FSG CEO John Harper will be speaking at a session called “Strategic, Rooted, and Responsive: Philanthropy’s Role in Advancing Justice Amid Shifting Contexts” on April 6 from 3:00-4:30PM. Session Description: In a time of rapid political, social, and economic shifts, philanthropy must maintain long-term commitments to equity while strategically adapting. This session will explore how funders can leverage resources, influence, and activation to sustain equity efforts while remaining deeply rooted in community experiences. Leaders funding work in place will share strategies for navigating evolving contexts, strengthening philanthropy’s role in advancing racial and economic justice, and staying responsive to the shifting needs of grantee partners and communities. Speakers: ? Dr. Gisele C. Shorter, President & CEO, Nellie Mae Education Foundation ?Monique Miles, Vice President, The Aspen Institute; Director, Opportunity Youth Forum; Managing Director, Aspen Forum For Community Solutions (AFCS) ?John Harper, CEO, FSG Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e_g43ine

?? Exciting connections were made last week at the second meeting of the Economic Mobility Action Network (EMAN) Advanced Cohort in Houston, TX! The cohort had the incredible opportunity to hear from technical assistance partners FSG and Interaction Institute for Social Change, gaining valuable insights and learning about new tools they can utilize. Participants also had the chance to connect with their community foundation colleagues from across the nation, where they exchanged ideas, best practices, and experiences relating to their economic mobility work. Thank you to everyone who joined us for your energy, passion, and insightful contributions. We’re looking forward to continuing our learning journey with you! ACT for Alexandria, Cambridge Community Foundation, Community Foundation for a greater Richmond, Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo, Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque, Foundation For The Carolinas, Innovia Foundation, North Texas Community Foundation, Rochester Area Community Foundation, Scranton Area Community Foundation Mary L. Thomas, Leonard Brock, Ed.D., MPA, Amanda Hartigan, Kellie Alexander, MA, CFRM, Enida Jeteric

Today, we’re honored to recognize Olivia Khalili (she/her), Head of Atlassian Foundation, as part of FSG’s International Women’s Day series. Olivia is a leader who exemplifies both determination and adaptability in driving meaningful social change. When asked to share her reflections for this series, she said, “When you have a vision for how you can create impact, move toward it. Most likely, it won't be fully crystallized in your mind, you won't have an official 'green light' or a pot of money to launch it. But meaningful ideas don't arrive to us by accident; they are meant to come alive in your hands.” Olivia’s words are a powerful reminder that leadership requires persistence. The ability to stay focused on impact while being open to new pathways is what makes great leaders, especially for corporate changemakers seeking to advance business objectives and social impact. Please join us today in celebrating Olivia’s leadership and the other inspiring female CSR leaders we’ve featured this month. Who are the women leaders who inspire you? Tag them below! #IWD25 #CSR #Leadership

Love seeing these photos of FSG Managing Director Lakshmi Iyer speaking at a Pledge 1%'s first convening of the year on resilience and responsibility in uncertain times! ??

This International Women’s Day, we’re celebrating the incredible female CSR leaders across our network who are shaping the future of business as a force for good. Today, we’re honored to recognize Michelle Armstrong, Managing Director at Ares Management Corporation Management and President of the Ares Charitable Foundation for her leadership in driving strategic, results-oriented impact. Michelle brings an inspiring commitment to rigor and accountability in social impact, ensuring that every initiative is grounded in purpose and measurable outcomes. She shares, "Don’t simply focus on ‘doing good’; articulate why it matters. Communicate the end goal and anticipated wins so that others will share your vision and feel compelled to champion it." Her approach reminds us that impactful change isn’t just about intent—it’s about clarity, strategy, and bringing others along in the journey. Please join us today in celebrating Michelle’s leadership and the other extraordinary female CSR leaders across our network this month. Stay tuned for more inspiring reflections as part of FSG’s #IWD25 series. #IWD25 #CSR #Leadership

Throughout March, we’re spotlighting extraordinary female CSR leaders across our network who are redefining leadership and impact. Today, we’re honored to recognize Maneesha Chadha, Executive Director, Global Philanthropy at JPMorganChase for her dedication to building a more inclusive and equitable economy. When asked to share about what drives her work, she said, "Stronger, more inclusive economies where everyone has access to economic opportunity are good for individuals, communities, and businesses. We’re leveraging our resources – across business, partnerships and philanthropy to help foster economic growth, and the work I lead every day helps make that a reality." Please join us this month in celebrating Maneesha’s leadership and the many other incredible female CSR leaders across our network. Stay tuned for more inspiring reflections! #IWD25 #CSR #Leadership

Please welcome Jarryd Bethea, MPP to the FSG team! ?? Jarryd joined FSG last month as a Consultant with a professional background at the intersection of economic development, community advocacy, and racial equity. He has a history of advancing cross-sectoral partnerships, writing novel research briefs, and leveraging economic analysis data to support qualitative research. He says, “I am excited to be part of an organization that understands the importance of driving systems change forward and remain inspired by my colleagues who continue push the bounds of this work on behalf of communities across the globe. FSG’s novel frameworks and ways of thinking enable me to be a continual learner while contributing to some of the most complex social issues.” We’re so thrilled to have Jarryd on the FSG team! Please join us in giving him a warm welcome ??

Building an inclusive workplace is hard work and it can be challenging to know where to start. W.K. Kellogg Foundation's #ExpandingEquity Core Program is a place where leaders can convene and share best practices and learnings in their journeys to build workplaces based on opportunity, fairness and respect. ? Learn more about this free, four-month learning experience at the next info session on Tuesday, March 25 at 12:30 pm ET! https://lnkd.in/gPC7adcU