Local Study Seeks Community Input; Hopes To Aid Talent Attraction
April 10, 2019 at 1:12 a.m.
By Staff Report-
A number of employers, schools and nonprofits have come together to plan and implement the study, with OrthoWorx coordinating the effort along with Indianapolis consulting group Black Onyx.
“With the incredibly tight labor market, many communities are taking steps to assure that they are seen as welcoming, recognizing that inclusive population growth is required to meet the talent needs of local employers,” said Nichole Rouached, manager of communications and projects for OrthoWorx. “Ultimately, local organizations want to know why people come to Kosciusko and what might prevent them from living in the area. Given the record low unemployment the region is facing, the Welcomeness Study is one of many ways local organizations are trying to get an edge on talent attraction, understanding how they can better serve those who live, work or play in Kosciusko County.”
The community survey is the third phase of the overall initiative and is designed to provide data to support existing efforts in three areas that have been identified for focus. The survey is collecting information around: child care, young professionals and the local Latino community. For example, information collected from parents and families impacted by child care will support LaunchPad, a recently formed child care and early learning coalition under the Kosciusko County Chamber of Commerce. The survey will collect information outside of these groups from the community to assess any additional needs that aren’t currently being met by local organizations.
“Many other communities have surveys focused on ethnic, religious and other forms of diversity, and those are all important to a welcoming environment,” Rouached said. “But other factors such as the availability of quality, affordable child care and greater access to housing options can severely limit a community’s ability to attract and retain the talent needed to grow and remain vital.”
The online survey will be distributed through a variety of channels, including employers and community organizations. All data will be confidential and analyzed by Black Onyx, which will provide a report to the Welcomeness Study Advisory Committee. The committee will share relevant information with local groups, organizations, civic leaders and companies. A summary of the findings will be shared to the general public through a press release in the summer.
Funding for the study was provided by Cardinal Services, the Kosciusko County Community Foundation and OrthoWorx.
The online survey is open and will be available through May 13. It can be accessed at https://bit.ly/2UerIxZ.
Formed in 2009 with initial funding from the Lilly Endowment, OrthoWorx (www.orthoworxindiana.com) is a community-based initiative that works strategically and collaboratively with the orthopedic industry and other stakeholders to ensure that the Warsaw region continues to reap the social and economic benefits that derive from its position as The Orthopedic Capital of the World.
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A number of employers, schools and nonprofits have come together to plan and implement the study, with OrthoWorx coordinating the effort along with Indianapolis consulting group Black Onyx.
“With the incredibly tight labor market, many communities are taking steps to assure that they are seen as welcoming, recognizing that inclusive population growth is required to meet the talent needs of local employers,” said Nichole Rouached, manager of communications and projects for OrthoWorx. “Ultimately, local organizations want to know why people come to Kosciusko and what might prevent them from living in the area. Given the record low unemployment the region is facing, the Welcomeness Study is one of many ways local organizations are trying to get an edge on talent attraction, understanding how they can better serve those who live, work or play in Kosciusko County.”
The community survey is the third phase of the overall initiative and is designed to provide data to support existing efforts in three areas that have been identified for focus. The survey is collecting information around: child care, young professionals and the local Latino community. For example, information collected from parents and families impacted by child care will support LaunchPad, a recently formed child care and early learning coalition under the Kosciusko County Chamber of Commerce. The survey will collect information outside of these groups from the community to assess any additional needs that aren’t currently being met by local organizations.
“Many other communities have surveys focused on ethnic, religious and other forms of diversity, and those are all important to a welcoming environment,” Rouached said. “But other factors such as the availability of quality, affordable child care and greater access to housing options can severely limit a community’s ability to attract and retain the talent needed to grow and remain vital.”
The online survey will be distributed through a variety of channels, including employers and community organizations. All data will be confidential and analyzed by Black Onyx, which will provide a report to the Welcomeness Study Advisory Committee. The committee will share relevant information with local groups, organizations, civic leaders and companies. A summary of the findings will be shared to the general public through a press release in the summer.
Funding for the study was provided by Cardinal Services, the Kosciusko County Community Foundation and OrthoWorx.
The online survey is open and will be available through May 13. It can be accessed at https://bit.ly/2UerIxZ.
Formed in 2009 with initial funding from the Lilly Endowment, OrthoWorx (www.orthoworxindiana.com) is a community-based initiative that works strategically and collaboratively with the orthopedic industry and other stakeholders to ensure that the Warsaw region continues to reap the social and economic benefits that derive from its position as The Orthopedic Capital of the World.
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