Research Publications & Reports

An Impact Evaluation of Motivational Text Messages within New Jersey’s Reemployment Services and Eligibility Assessment Program

January 29, 2026
Cover image of the report, "An Impact Evaluation of Motivational Text Messages within New Jersey’s Reemployment Services and Eligibility Assessment Program"

Utilizes a randomized controlled trial to test whether motivational text messages could improve outcomes for participants of New Jersey’s Reemployment Services and Eligibility Assessment program, which helps high-risk Unemployment Insurance benefit recipients to return to work through mandatory services such as career coaching and job search workshops.