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 …
Read MoreWake County Reentry Organizations Unite for Reentry Month
Data shows sharp reduction in recidivism among those receiving reentry support
RALEIGH, N.C. – April 2, 2025 – As April marks Reentry Month across North Carolina, local leaders are joining forces to …
Read MoreWhen it comes to job fairs, we pull in the area’s TOP employers. Novo Nordisk, Caterpillar, WakeMed, ST Wooten, state departments, Johnston County Schools and so many more are recruiting at the JCC-NCWorks Job Fair on March 13th from 9 …
Read MoreThe Healthcare Workforce Collaborative is a pilot program to address the growing demand for nurses. CAWD has committed $250,000 in WIOA funding to support the recruitment, education, and retention of nursing professionals. The collaborative meets quarterly and stakeholder participation is …
Read MoreOur annual report for program year 2023-24 is here!
If you’ve ever wondered how we’re shaping the workforce and supporting residents in our communities, this is what you’ve been waiting for. You’ll find numbers that matter (like helping over 6,500 …
Read MoreParticipating Employers Reflect Job Growth Data
RALEIGH, NC — The Triangle Career Expo debuts on Thursday, September 24, 2024 from 10 am to 2 pm. showcasing a wide range of employment opportunities including some of the region’s most in-demand industries. …
Read MoreCapital Area Workforce Development Board (CAWD), in collaboration with Wake County Government, is looking to fund specific reentry projects from Wake County non-profit organizations. CAWD’s mission is to create a highly effective workforce system that provides employers with productive, skilled …
Read MoreCAWD’s Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Four-Year plan is available for public comment. View or download the plan at the link below. Submit feedback and suggestions to [email protected] by May 23, 2024.
Read MoreWhat did 1,000 businesses in the Triangle region have to say about their current and future needs when it comes to workers? What skills are people currently lacking? Which industries will be hiring and which won’t? Download the report and …
Read MoreCAWD is once again taking applications for small grants for reentry projects.
Capital Area Workforce Development Board (CAWD), in collaboration with Wake County Government, is looking to fund specific reentry projects from Wake County non-profit organizations. CAWD’s mission is to …
