XR Futures On-Demand: Forging Coalitions that Empower Justice‑Impacted Futures
At this year’s XR Futures Forum, a groundbreaking panel, moderated by Kate Kimmer, Director of Targeted Populations Initiatives at Transfr, reframed what it means to give people “second chances.” The conversation moved beyond programs and policies to reveal the human ecosystems that shape violence, incarceration, and transformation—and what it truly takes to create lasting change.
United for Impact: Forging Coalitions that Empower Justice Impacted Futures.
This session explores how partners across education, nonprofits, and industry are reshaping career discovery—from middle school through adulthood. Panelists share how immersive learning helps learners see themselves in real jobs, make informed choices earlier, and bridge gaps between classrooms and workforce needs. It’s a practical look at scaling career pathways through collaboration.
- Learn why middle school is a critical inflection point for career exploration
- Get examples of how immersive learning drives equity, access, and real-world readiness
- Insights to key partner strategies for scaling industry-aligned career pathways
Jackie Smalls
Eric Black
Joyce Glasscock
Crystal Maguire