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Regional labor force participation is the same as the nation’s
The labor force participation rate is an important measure of economic performance. But what is labor force participation? And how does Kentuckiana stack up? Learn about this economic indicator and factors influencing labor market engagement in this new article.
1-in-8 of the region's young people were disconnected from work and school in 2023
Last year, nearly 17,500 youth and young adults in the Kentuckiana region were not enrolled in school and not working. Disconnection from earning and learning opportunities during these pivotal young adult years is costly for young people, taxpayers, and economic growth. The Spot: Young Adult Opportunity Center works directly with the region’s opportunity youth.
Mayor Greenberg and other community leaders cut ribbon at new Shively location of The Spot
On Friday, September 27, Mayor Craig Greenberg joined community leaders, District 3 Metro Councilwoman Shameka Parrish-Wright and Shively Mayor Maria Johnson, as well as participants from The Spot: Young Adult Opportunity Center, to officially announce the opening of its new location.