Welcome to the Workforce Development Board

The City of Los Angeles Workforce Development Board annually manages more than $50 million in public funds aimed at building the LA economy and improving the quality of life for every community member

Los Angeles Hospitality Training Academy

The Los Angeles Hospitality Training Academy (LAHTA) is offering a Culinary Apprenticeship Program at no cost to you. The 8-week Line Cook/Chef de Partie program includes a combination of classroom instruction and practical hands-on work in a fully equipped training kitchen with distinguished Chef Instructors. Don't miss an opportunity to

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Regional Plan for Program Years 2021-2024

Pursuant to the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and Planning Guidance Issued by the California Employment Development Department (EDD), the City of L.A. Workforce Development Board is soliciting input from the general public on the

When Safer at Home is Not Safe - LAPD social media graphic for domestic abuse during the COVID-19 outbreak

Helping Domestic Violence & Human Trafficking Survivors

On Wednesday May 6, 2020, the City of Los Angeles Workforce Development Board (WDB) approved $810,000 in grants to the City’s 16 WorkSource Centers, with a Council District 9 motion to accept the funds (CF 20-0536) pending in Council. This funding will assist 1,000 survivors of domestic violence or human trafficking whose livelihoods have been impacted