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Businesses! The Triangle Career Expo is on October 13th

If you’ve never recruited at this Expo, now is your chance! This event attracts over 1,200 job seekers each year, thanks to the reach of NCWorks and our media partner, CBS17.

It’s conveniently located at the Embassy Suites in Cary, …

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CAWD Releases RFP for Orange County Adult and Dislocated Worker Services

Capital Area Workforce Development Board is seeking qualified organizations to provide Adult and Dislocated Worker Services in Orange County.

The Request for Proposals will be released on Tuesday, May 12. A bidder’s conference will be held on May 21 at

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CAWD WIOA Plan for PY26 Open for Public Comment

Capital Area Workforce Development is required to make copies of the proposed Capital Area Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Plan for program year 2026 available to the public for comment.

Submit comments or suggestions by email to [email protected]. …

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Wake County Reentry Organizations Unite for Reentry Month

Wake County Reentry Organizations Unite for Reentry Month
Data shows sharp reduction in recidivism among those receiving reentry support

RALEIGH, N.C. – April 6, 2026 – April marks Reentry Month across North Carolina. Wake Local Reentry Council with support from …

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Funding Opportunity: Wake Partners Reentry Community Grants

Capital Area Workforce Development (CAWD), in collaboration with Wake County Government, is pleased to announce a new round of grant funding designed to strengthen reentry services throughout Wake County. This opportunity is intended for organizations that are already making a …

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CAWD is soliciting proposals for WIOA Youth Services.

Capital Area Workforce Development Board is soliciting proposals for WIOA Youth Services.
Up to $2,334,354.00 (approximate) in WIOA funding is available to provide services for WIOA Youth Services in Wake, Lee, Chatham, Johnston, and/or Orange County.

The RFP release date …

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CAWD Annual Report Released

We are proud to share our Annual Report for the 2024 program year. This work would not be possible without the dedication of our incredible staff, the commitment of our service providers, and the invaluable support of our partners and …

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Help for Workers Impacted by Chapel Hill Flood

CAWD is partnering with The Town of Chapel Hill’s Economic Development team to connect employees affected by Tropical Storm Chantal to workforce experts who can support them in many ways – including connections to employment opportunities.

What: Impacted Worker & …

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Funding Opportunity: CAWD Reentry Mini Grants (Fall Round)

Capital Area Workforce Development Board (CAWD), in collaboration with Wake County Government, is excited to announce grant funding for Wake County nonprofits serving justice-involved residents. Eligible organizations can apply for up to $25,000 for participant support services, skills development, job …

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Public Event Notice: Photography & Recording Consent

Consent, Waiver and Release

When you attend an event or program hosted by Capital Area Workforce Development (CAWD), NCWorks Career Centers or any managed by CAWD or affiliate programs, you enter an area where interviews, photography, and audio and/or video …

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