New Delaware Equitable Hiring Initiative to Fight Labor Shortages and Connect Wilmington’s “Hidden Workers” to Quality Jobs [Video]

The new workforce development project, sponsored by JPMorganChase, promotes equal access to career opportunities for overlooked communities.

WASHINGTON and WILMINGTON, Del., Sept. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The Responsible Business Initiative for Justice (RBIJ) and JPMorganChase announce the launch of the Delaware Equitable Hiring Initiative (DE EHI), an innovative multi-year pilot project to help strengthen Wilmington’s workforce by empowering local employers to tap into overlooked talent from the city’s underserved communities.

“Delaware is home to a vast, untapped talent pool of ‘hidden workers’ — individuals too often overlooked by traditional hiring practices. This phenomenon not only deprives businesses of valuable talent, but limits the economic potential of entire communities,” said Maha Jweied, CEO of RBIJ. “RBIJ is thrilled to oversee this project and work alongside leaders in …