Because the workplaces of today are diverse and dynamic, it is essential that workforce development professionals have a deep understanding of how identity, isms, power, and privilege intersect and impact the communities we serve. Through interactive discussions and activities, you’ll build knowledge you need to lead meaningful change for your participants, stakeholders, and communities. Within […]

There are many more opportunities for professional development for front line workforce program staff, than there are for the program supervisors. This webinar will help to address this discrepancy. Regardless of the type of program you work in, if you have some responsibility for hiring and supervising workforce program staff, do not miss this idea […]

CWA'S 32nd ANNUAL SPRING CONFERENCE WORKCON: CLARITY THROUGH ACTION! May 31, 2023 - June 2, 2023 WORKCON 2023, designed and hosted by the California Workforce Association (CWA), will be highlighting innovative and strategic collaborations, partnerships, programs, ideas, and principals which will showcase the incredible work of CA’s Workforce Development Boards, Community Based Organizations, Educational entities, […]

Workforce Development Boards are charged with a very specific and imperative responsibility, they exist to provide guidance and support to those within their workforce areas to further the economic growth, financial stability and security of their communities. Accomplishing this work can be daunting, confusing and even frustrating. But, it can also be incredibly rewarding. This […]

Are you interested in improving your community’s ability to engage in productive conversations about important issues? Are you looking for ways to improve your ability to facilitate productive conversations among your team, colleagues, partners, or clients? In today’s complex and rapidly changing world, it is more important than ever to have the skills to navigate […]

We are thrilled to announce a new partnership between CWA and Metrix Learning. This collaboration will allow us to provide your clients with an even more comprehensive suite of services and solutions. Metrix Learning is a leader in online career training and job readiness programs, and through this partnership, CWA will be able to offer […]

This is a very difficult time to be in the workforce development field. Stress, anxiety and burnout are proven killers, and they will shorten your life span. The lingering impact of Covid and the high numbers of unemployed people especially those with multiple and severe barriers to employment. In many places there is a lack […]

A research study cited by the British Broadcasting Company showed that 89% of laid off workers experience health problems as the result of the layoff. Substance abuse, depression and other mental health problems and even suicide rates increase dramatically because of layoffs. Actually, the health problems start before the layoff as people feel the incredible […]

“Virtual interviews are here to stay.” Quote from the Society of Human Resource Management. SHRM is the world’s biggest association of people in human resources. “83% of hiring managers use virtual interviews.” Quote from Indeed which is the highest traffic job website in the United States. Virtual interviewing is here to stay, and it is […]

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While much has changed in the world of workforce development over the last few decades, the approach to case management has remained the same.  Job seekers report that case management often feels like a subservient relationship with the case manager having all the power.  Hard-to-employ adults and youth do not respond well to this dynamic […]