Missouri Workforce Development August 2025

Bridges Out of Poverty reshapes how communities think, plan, and act—addressing the root causes of instability and economic tiers. Over time, this leads to: Broader social bridging capital across economic class Reduced benefits dependency Increased upward mobility Healthier, more resilient communities This makes Bridges not just a program, but a sustainable statewide strategy. Listen in as we talk to employees of the Missouri Department of Social Services, Office of Workforce and Community Initiatives.