Gender Equality Month
Advancing gender equality is a matter of human rights, justice, and fairness. It is also a strategic imperative that reduces poverty, promotes economic growth, and increases access to education and good jobs. […]
Advancing gender equality is a matter of human rights, justice, and fairness. It is also a strategic imperative that reduces poverty, promotes economic growth, and increases access to education and good jobs. […]
The 2nd Chance job fair connects qualified individuals from the re-entry population with employers who need workers and are willing to offer them a great job opportunity. Last year’s event was a success and we are working to make this year’s event even better, but we can’t do this alone. The 2024 2nd Chance Job […]
Attention Employers & Community resources Vendor The Lousiana Workforce Commission and the Registered Apprenticeship Program is reminding you to participate in the Beauregard Second Chance Job Fair scheduled for Thursday, […]
Our inaugural Youth Apprenticeship Week (YAW) scheduled for May 5–11 is right around the corner! As of publication, there are over 125 YAW events on our YAW website, including these: Missouri is offering a webinar for high schools on “growing your own” teachers through Registered Apprenticeship that will showcase one of Missouri's high school programs […]
Federal infrastructure investments flowing into states are expected to generate significant demand for workers across a range of occupations and industries. These federal investments can support workforce development, including quality pre-apprenticeship programs and Registered Apprenticeship Programs (RAPs). Need more information? State grantees had an opportunity on April 11 to learn more about these federal investments […]
The Louisiana Workforce Commission and the Registered Apprenticeship is conducting our first inaugural Youth Apprenticeship Week (Event) scheduled for May 8th. The event aims to bring together students from middle to high school in low-income areas of Lafayette, LA, to showcase the benefits of Registered Apprenticeships. Employers, sponsors, and Related Training Instructions will collaborate to […]
During Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we recognize the numerous contributions and rich culture of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders (AA and NHPIs). AA and NHPIs have long been essential in writing the American story. From serving our country in uniform, advocating for civil rights, starting new businesses, and […]
The Louisiana Workforce Commission and the Apprenticeship division, WIOA and the Local Workforce Development collaborated to organize the first-ever Youth Apprenticeship Week at Acadian Middle School in Lafayette, Louisiana. Thanks to the active participation of employers and Apprenticeship Sponsors in the expo, the event was a resounding success. The expo showcased real-life scenarios, providing invaluable […]
In recognition of Teacher Appreciation Week, Deputy Assistant Secretary Manny Lamarre posted a blog highlighting the joint efforts of the Department of Labor’s Employment and Training Administration and the Department of Education to expand Registered Apprenticeship for educators. In support of these efforts, ETA industry intermediary partner, RTI International, published a report, Profile in Educator […]
Thank you for a successful 9th Annual National Apprenticeship Week (NAW)! We look forward to celebrating the 10th anniversary of National Apprenticeship Week this year from November 17-23, 2024, so start planning your events now! This year's theme - 10 Years of Engagement, Expansion, and Innovation - is in recognition of the fact that, since its inception, […]