Founded in 2017, Future Forward Institute pioneers data-driven research and innovative practices that shape a more equitable future of work. Its collaborative approach engages educators, employers, and workforce service providers, fostering solutions that seamlessly align social impact with broader business objectives. The Institute believes that businesses play a pivotal role in driving meaningful changes. The Institute produces evidence-based research, including frameworks, case studies, white papers, and actionable toolkits —to provide insights that empower stakeholders to implement outcomes-driven strategies.

The Institute is primarily funded by grants from private foundations, educational institutions, and donations from corporate partners committed to social impact.

Examples of The Institute's initiatives include:

1. Publishing frameworks and case studies that inform stakeholders on effective diversity and inclusion practices.
2. Developing actionable toolkits to help organizations create equitable hiring and advancement strategies.
3. Offering insights through evidence-based research empowers employers and educators to create socially responsible workplace solutions. Its Win-Win Workplace Report — Future Forward Institute describes innovative strategies and how they correlate with positive financial outcomes that benefit workers and unlock shareholder value.

Resources

Win-Win Workplace Report — Future Forward Institute