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Future of Work
The Gig Economy
Today more than 55 million Americans work in the gig economy, which operates through digital platforms like Uber, Lyft and Task Rabbit. Fueled by technological advancements, the gig economy allows workers like Chloe Grishaw to set her own schedule, and know what she’s agreeing to, without any long-term obligations. The freedom and flexibility, however, comes with financial insecurity.
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As the landscape of work shifts, do we need a drastic rethinking of social safety nets?
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Can we future-proof jobs against robots, AI, racial & economic disparities, and pandemics?
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The pandemic has been a driver of changes to the already shifting world of work.