Geographic concentration of poverty. Concentrated poverty leads to economic and social isolation of people most in need of support and resources. In the innovative economy, lifelong learning and skill development penetrate the entire labor force, expanding economic opportunity and maximizing our human capital. Public and private education and training institutions, labor unions, businesses and nonprofits all play a critical role in enabling people to develop their career resiliency. Adult literacy in English.
English literacy is critical for accessing jobs with advancement potential.
Computer literacy and access. Computer literacy and access are important for participating in the innovative economy and for accessing continuing education. Percent of residents who say they face significant obstacles to attaining skills necessary for career advancement. This measures how people perceive barriers to accessing whatever it takes to improve their skills. Adult continuing education.