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Jobs for the Future Makes Commitment to Advance Quality Jobs in Regions Nationwide with Clinton Global Initiative

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2 years ago

September 23, 2024

JFF to recruit regional leaders in the U.S. to develop customized, place-based action plans to promote regional economic growth and advancement

BOSTON, Sept. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ – Jobs for the Future (JFF), a national nonprofit that drives transformation in the U.S. education and workforce systems, today announced a Commitment to Action at the Clinton Global Initiative (CGI) 2024 Annual Meeting to significantly expand the number of quality employment opportunities for workers facing systemic barriers in the United States.

As part of its North Star commitment to help 75 million people work in quality jobs by 2033, JFF will launch the new Regional Action to Advance Quality Jobs (RAAQJ). This initiative is an open RFP process to identify, recruit, and select regional leaders in the United States to develop customized, place-based action plans to promote regional economic growth that will have a significant impact on people without 4-year degrees, people of color, women, and people with criminal records.

Maria Flynn, JFF president and CEO, announced the commitment on stage at the CGI 2024 Annual Meeting in New York City today. “It’s an honor to make this commitment at CGI, a powerful catalyst for change that will help JFF expand the robust network of partners needed to build a society where people of all education levels and life experiences can work in quality jobs,” said Flynn. “We cannot expect a thriving, engaged workforce unless every worker has access to quality jobs—ones that include family-sustaining wages and benefits, as well as flexibility, autonomy, and pathways for professional advancement.”

Recent data shows that 31 million workers in the United States are paid less than $17 an hour. According to JFF research, more than half of the people in the U.S. labor force—92 million workers—don’t work in quality jobs. And of the occupations projected to see the fastest growth in the coming years, including frontline jobs in health care and transportation, nearly half are considered low quality based on compensation levels. From increased productivity and performance, to reducing turnover rates and attracting top talent, job quality is also critical to strong business performance and sustainability, and key to helping build vibrant local economies.

“Job quality action plan development is complex work, but essential to drive powerful, on-the-ground change in regions,” said Tameshia Bridges Mansfield, vice president of JFF’s Workforce and Regional Economies practice. “Helping regions define their vision and goal for what quality jobs look like is an essential first step. Drawing on deep expertise guiding community partners in designing and implementing strategies to drive economic mobility and regional growth, JFF will then offer the foundational tools and build processes to help regions reach their vision.”

As part of this commitment, JFF and its North Star national partners will select six regions in an inaugural RAAQJ cohort to develop detailed, cross-sector regional job quality action plans. JFF will provide expert technical assistance and advisory services, including access to organizational and community readiness assessments to identify capacity gaps and planning tools. It will also offer structured peer sharing and learning opportunities about job quality practices that support career mobility and employee well-being while promoting long-term businesses success. Through these partnerships, JFF will equip over 600 advocates, public servants, and community members with tools and knowledge to improve economic inclusion and job quality.

JFF has a 40-year history of building collaborative cross-sector efforts across regions and states, which includes 14 states across 20 regions in its Workforce Communities of Action, 16 teams from 14 states in its Job Quality Academy, and the Pathways to Prosperity Network which has engaged 18 states and over 100 regions. 

Regional Action to Advance Quality Jobs is a new, strategic initiative within JFF’s 75 Million Network of leaders across the learn and work ecosystem designed to activate quality jobs in specific places where people live and work. Learn more about JFF’s 75 Million Network and how to join us, here.

About Jobs for the Future (JFF) Jobs for the Future (JFF) drives transformation of the U.S. education and workforce systems to achieve equitable economic advancement for all. www.jff.org 

About the Clinton Global Initiative (CGI) Founded by President Bill Clinton in 2005, the Clinton Global Initiative is a community of doers representing a broad cross section of society and dedicated to the idea that we can accomplish more together than we can apart. Through CGI’s unique model, more than 10,000 organizations have launched more than 4,000 Commitments to Action—new, specific, and measurable projects and programs —that are making a difference in the lives of more than 500 million people in 180 countries.

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Kria Sakakeeny, ksakakeeny@jff.org, (401) 359-2219

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Peninsula Visa Launches Comprehensive OCI Processing Services

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40 minutes ago

May 3, 2026

Peninsula Visa, a trusted leader in immigration and visa processing services with over 50 years of expertise, today announced the launch of its comprehensive Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) processing services. To celebrate this milestone, Peninsula Visa is offering new users an exclusive 20% discount with promo code OCI20 at checkout.

SAN JOSE, Calif., May 3, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Peninsula Visa, a trusted leader in immigration and visa processing services with over 50 years of expertise, today announced the launch of its comprehensive Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) processing services. To celebrate this milestone, Peninsula Visa is offering new users an exclusive 20% discount with promo code OCI20 at checkout.

For 50 years, Peninsula Visa has helped families navigate immigration. OCI processing is one of our most impactful services, connecting the Indian diaspora to their heritage. We’re proud to bring our expertise to help families secure OCI status with confidence. Evan James, CEO

A Full Suite of OCI Services

Peninsula Visa’s OCI services cover every stage of the OCI lifecycle, ensuring that members of the Indian diaspora receive expert support from start to finish.

The four service types now available are:

New OCI Application — For foreign nationals of Indian origin, spouses of Indian citizens or existing OCI card holders, and minor children with at least one Indian parent applying for OCI status for the first time.OCI Card Renewal — For card holders whose OCI card has expired, or whose linked passport has been renewed or replaced and requires an updated booklet.Re-issuance (Age Milestones) — OCI cards must be re-issued when minors reach the age of 18 and again when card holders turn 50, due to significant changes in appearance. Peninsula Visa guides clients through both transitions seamlessly.Miscellaneous OCI Services — Covering corrections to existing records, lost or damaged card replacement, address changes, and other administrative updates to the OCI file.

Why Choose Peninsula Visa for Your OCI Application

Peninsula Visa brings decades of institutional knowledge and a client-first philosophy to every OCI case.

Key value propositions include:

Expert Guidance — Dedicated OCI specialists with deep knowledge of consulate requirements, eligibility rules, and documentation standards across all service types.High Approval Rate — A meticulous multi-stage review process that identifies and resolves issues before submission, dramatically reducing the likelihood of rejection or delay.Fast Turnaround — Standard processing in 12-15 Business Days for most OCI service types, with real-time status updates throughout the process.End-to-End Support — Personalized document checklists, secure document uploads, expert form preparation, consulate submission, and post-submission tracking — all in one place.

Launch Promotion

Save 20% on any OCI service — new users only

OCI20

Enter code OCI20 at checkout. Available to new users. No expiration date.

Leadership Perspective

“For 50 years, Peninsula Visa has helped individuals and families navigate the complexities of immigration documentation. OCI processing is one of the most impactful services we have ever added — it directly connects the Indian diaspora to their heritage country in a lasting, meaningful way. We are proud to bring our proven expertise and client-centric approach to this important service, and we look forward to helping thousands of families secure their OCI status with confidence.”

Founded in 1975, Peninsula Visa has built its reputation on precision, transparency, and a genuine commitment to client outcomes. The addition of OCI processing services reflects the company’s ongoing mission to expand its offerings to meet the evolving needs of immigrants and their families across the United States.

Get Started Today

Eligible applicants can begin their OCI journey by visiting Peninsula Visa’s dedicated OCI Services page. New users can take advantage of the 20% launch discount by entering promo code OCI20 at checkout when selecting any OCI service type.

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Evan James, Peninsula Visa, 1 4087277515, media@peninsulavisa.com, https://peninsulavisa.com/

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Peninsula Visa Launches Comprehensive OCI Processing Services

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40 minutes ago

May 3, 2026

A Full Suite of OCI Services

Peninsula Visa’s OCI services cover every stage of the OCI lifecycle, ensuring that members of the Indian diaspora receive expert support from start to finish.

The four service types now available are:

Why Choose Peninsula Visa for Your OCI Application

Peninsula Visa brings decades of institutional knowledge and a client-first philosophy to every OCI case.

Key value propositions include:

Launch Promotion

Save 20% on any OCI service — new users only

OCI20

Enter code OCI20 at checkout. Available to new users. No expiration date.

Leadership Perspective

Get Started Today

Media Contact

Evan James, Peninsula Visa, 1 4087277515, media@peninsulavisa.com, https://peninsulavisa.com/

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Booking.com’s Latest Travel and Sustainability Research Reveals Australian Generational Paradox

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May 3, 2026

SYDNEY, May 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Today Booking.com released its 11th annual research report into consumer attitudes and understanding of the social and environmental impact of travel. With insights from 32,500 travellers across 35 markets globally, including 1,000 from Australia, this year’s research highlights a generational paradox.

While 83% of Australian travellers say that more sustainable travel is important to them, older generations demonstrate greater commitment through concrete actions, despite younger generations often expressing stronger sustainability intentions.

Older generations demonstrate greater commitment through concrete sustainable actions, with almost two–thirds of Boomers across Asia Pacific (63%) saying they will shop more at local, independent stores on their trips, three–quarters (75%) planning to reduce general waste, and 63% intending to reduce energy consumption, higher than Gen X, Millennials and Gen Z.However, younger travellers are leading in cultural and conservation management; more than a quarter of Gen Z (27%) and Millennials (26%) participated in a tour or activity that contributed to the health or conservation of the local ecosystem or wildlife.Extreme weather is actively reshaping travel choices. Nearly three-quarters of Australian travellers said they consider extreme weather risk when choosing both destination (72%), and timing (75%), and 27% reported having cancelled or changed trip plans in the past twelve months due to extreme weather or natural disaster.Australian travellers are shifting when and where they travel, seeking reliable climates and comfort. 43% say they plan to avoid overcrowded tourist destinations, 42% plan to travel outside of peak season, and 26% will seek out destinations with cooler temperatures.In 2025, travellers booked more than 100 million room nights on Booking.com at accommodation partners with a third-party sustainability certification, including at 363 third-party certified Australian properties.

To find Booking.com’s full 2026 research, visit here.

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