29 August 2024
Earlier this month, the City of Los Angeles Workforce Development Board in partnership with the Economic and Workforce Development Department launched the AdvantAGE LA Report , a pioneering plan dedicated to the employment, retention and advancement of Older Workers. “Older adults are essential to
29 August 2024
The City of Los Angeles, in partnership with the Los Angeles Food Policy Council, launched the Good Food Zones Micro Grants Program . This program is designed to support food-centered businesses in designated Good Food Zones by offering $25,000 grants to help them expand access to healthy foods and overcome
29 August 2024
On Thursday, August 8, 2024, the Downtown Women’s Center (DWC) hosted a graduation ceremony for its 22 LA:RISE program participants. The LA:RISE program is a collaborative partnership between the City, County, and nonprofit organizations to support individuals experiencing high barriers to employment, especially helping to connect women to resources that
29 August 2024
On graduation day, youth participants from the South Los Angeles YouthSource Center (YSC) were given FREE laptops with internet connectivity, backpacks, and educational programs just in time for back-to-school. YouthSource participant Ana Rosales, in her speech, mentioned finding the YSC through an internship and hopes the backpack giveaway will help her find resources as she navigates the
29 August 2024
The Pico/Union Westlake BusinessSource Center (BSC) helped Ick Eom’s business, Energetic Acupuncture Medical Group , acquire a $100K loan to expand the business location from Larchmont to the Fairfax District. Eom has over a decade of experience in pain management and specializes in sports injuries, circulation problems, digestive disorders, weight loss, and herbal medicine. Eom began
31 July 2024
In partnership with Mayor Karen Bass, the Economic & Workforce Development Department is proud to announce the approval of the first 105 legacy businesses into the Legacy Business Program . This program was launched to support more than 50,000 businesses that have
31 July 2024
Fifteen Southeast Los Angeles WorkSource Center participants recently completed the 8-week HireLAX Construction Training Program at Los Angeles Southwest College. They and their families were honored at the graduation ceremony on June 3, 2024, held at the college. Speakers included
31 July 2024
Vanessa Perez sought to change her life after dealing with a substance use disorder. During her outpatient treatment services, Perez was referred to the Center for Living and Learning (CLL) for assistance getting back on her feet. Through CLL, Perez received
31 July 2024
EWDD’s North and South Valley BusinessSource Center operator, Initiating Change in Our Neighborhoods (ICON CDC) , has served the San Fernando Valley business community for the past 13 years. To meet the business community's needs, ICON offers an array of services that include business planning, financial management, and licensing and permits. They also provide programs such as
30 July 2024
In an effort to enroll more small businesses into the Los Angeles Legacy Business Program , EWDD teamed up with Councilmember Curren Price (Council District 9) and Councilmember Marqueece Harris-Dawson (Council District 8) to host information sessions in their districts. The program will support
