Good For Others Podcast
Good For Others highlights positive change-makers from various charities to inspire and motivate people to volunteer and get involved in their communities. With interviews of major philanthropists, nonprofit leaders, and incredible volunteers, we share stories about how nonprofits are solving critical needs throughout the world.
Good For Others Podcast
Redesigning Work: Creating Equitable Pathways for All
In this insightful episode of the Good For Others podcast, host John Valencia is joined by Parina Parikh, Associate Vice President at Jobs for the Future (JFF), to explore the rapidly evolving world of work. Together, they examine the challenges and opportunities emerging in today’s employment landscape, particularly in light of technological change, automation, and shifting workforce demands.
Parikh shares her expertise on how JFF is actively working to build equitable pathways to economic advancement. She highlights the importance of skills-based hiring, the transformation of education systems, and the role employers and community organizations must play in fostering inclusive economic mobility.
Throughout the episode, John and Parina emphasize:
- The need for adaptability and lifelong learning in modern careers
- Strategies to bridge the skills gap and prepare workers for in-demand roles
- How cross-sector collaboration can support underserved communities
- Why equity and access must remain central in workforce development initiatives
Whether you’re an employer, educator, policy advocate, or job seeker, this episode offers thoughtful perspectives on how to shape a more just and prepared workforce for the future.