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Request for Interest

The County is seeking quotes/qualifications from qualified organizations that can manage a voucher program for eligible children and families in need of childcare services in Contra Costa County.

Please click on this link for more information: Request for Interest (RFI) 758 Measure X Early Childcare and Education Administration of Financial Assistance.

Jan. 16: Labor Law Update

The California Employer Association is hosting a FREE virtual session on the latest California labor law changes-- crucial for Contra Costa County employers, offering key insights and clarifying any confusion about upcoming regulations in 2024.

Mark your calendar and stay ahead of the game with these essential updates!

January Community Listening Sessions

As we look to support the development of youth centers in Contra Costa, we need the input of community members like you!

Join one of our upcoming virtual Listening Sessions for East and Central Contra Costa County and make your voice heard:

At the Pleasant Hill Chamber Holiday Mixer, WDBCCC Exec. Director Tamia Brown connected with Alex Khodadad of Delphi Realty in Pleasant Hill. Mr. Khodadad told her about their successful toy drive and asked if she knew where they could find children in need.

Tamia shared that Rubicon Programs, a WDBCCC partner, was collecting toys for their Fathers Advancing Communities Together (FACT) program. WDBCCC and Rubicon staff picked up a delightful array of toys for the Christmas toy drive, even bumping into Santa along the way!

On Dec. 8, WDBCCC Exec. Director Tamia Brown participated as a panelist on the California Regions at Work Conference – Workforce Development Board Panel.

The panel explored partnerships between workforce development boards and community colleges, aiming to enhance efficiency and effectiveness across regional labor markets.

Panelists discussed policy, shared successful partnership strategies, and discussed challenges to overcome. Facilitating the insightful discussion was Bob Lanter, Executive Director of the California Workforce Association (CWA).

WDB Staff worked on a team-building exercise at the Red Door Escape Room.

Nothing like a team-building challenge to bring out our best selves in supporting local businesses and jobseekers!

Looking to change careers this upcoming new year? Check out EastBay Works' events, where you can gain certifications and other job-training skills. This month's events include:

* Chase On-Site Recruitment: Thu. January 11, 11:00 a.m.

* Tesla On-Site Recruitment: Thu. January 18, 11:00 a.m.

* First-Time Home Buying Workshop (Lunch & Learn Free Workshop): Thu. January 25, 12:00 p.m.

NOTE: The Keyboarding Assessment returns to its normal schedule onsite every Tuesday, starting January 9th. 

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