Empowering Local Communities to Help Californians Find Good Jobs

Published: October 9, 2023

The EDD administers millions of dollars in innovative grant programs that help people with limited English proficiency get the training they need to find good jobs.

In February, we announced $18 million to help prepare workers with limited English proficiency for jobs in growing and sustainable regional industries. EDD awarded the grants to organizations that will expand English Language Learner Integrated Education and Training programs across California. The funds help people who face significant barriers to employment by providing employment-focused training.

In April, we awarded $7.9 million to Public Works Alliance to help implement emergency medical services recruitment and training programs across California. These programs recruit young adults from underrepresented communities who face significant employment barriers.

We also awarded more than $11 million in grants to Employment Social Enterprise organizations in July that will help underserved job seekers enter the workforce. The grants fund technical assistance and projects that help California’s most vulnerable populations find employment in a supported employment setting.

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