Why are fewer men working—and what can we do about it? The decline in male workforce participation has been decades in the making, but solutions exist. In our latest blog, we explore policy-level ideas from sociologist Brad Wilcox, including promoting the Success Sequence and redirecting funding toward vocational education. We also dive into the importance of positive male role models and early exposure to career pathways. It’s a complex issue, but with thoughtful action, we can begin to reverse the trend.
What if there were a simple, proven path to reduce poverty and build a stronger workforce? Alabama thinks there is—and they’ve just passed legislation to support it. It’s called the Success Sequence: graduate high school, get a full-time job, and marry before having children. Research shows that 97% of millennials who followed this order avoided poverty. But this isn’t just an anti-poverty tool—it’s a workforce development strategy. Read more about how this three-step model could be a game-changer for individuals, employers, and communities.