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Welcome back to The Amp—your go-to podcast for elevating voices in skills training and driving change through smart, inclusive workforce policies.

In this episode, host Tianna Montgomery joins guests Nakeisha Ricks-Pettyjohn and Jolie Bernard to explore the deep-rooted racial inequities that continue to shape access to skills training, good jobs, and career advancement—particularly for Black, Indigenous, and other workers of color.

We dive into:
 🔎 How systemic barriers show up in workforce systems
 📉 Why BIPOC communities are disproportionately affected by underinvestment
 🛠️ What policy solutions can help close racial equity gaps in training and employment
 📣 How advocates and policymakers can center equity in every conversation about the future of work

From real stories to bold ideas, this episode shines a light on the critical work being done—and the work that still lies ahead—to ensure opportunity isn’t determined by your zip code, your background, or the color of your skin.

💬 As always, we wrap with ways you can get involved, speak up, and support a future where everyone has a fair shot at success.