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The Workforce Development Board (WDB) is seeking proposals for communications, outreach, and branding strategy consulting services to help strengthen awareness and access to workforce resources across the region. 📣 Deadline Extended: Applications are now due May 15, 2026 at 5:00 PM PST. Learn more and apply: https://bit.ly/4cQyUWr

The future is calling—and it starts with YOU 💼✨ The Angeleno Corps program is now accepting applications for the 2026–27 cohort! If you’re 18–30 and ready to make an impact, this is your chance to gain up to 10 months of paid, hands-on experience while serving your community. Through service learning, professional development, and wraparound support, Angeleno Corps helps you build real-world skills and explore meaningful career pathways. 🌟 Members can earn a monthly stipend (at no cost to host organizations) while gaining experience in: 📚 Education & Child Care 🧸 Early Childhood Development 🏠 Housing Rights 🌱 Health, Climate & Environmental Justice ⚖️ Immigration Assistance 🥗 Nutrition & Food Security 💻 Technology & Digital Equity 👵 Adult Day Services Make a difference. Build your future. Serve Los Angeles. 👉 Apply today at our link in bio and be part of something bigger! or apply at HireLAYouth.com #AngelenoCorps #CityOfLA #YouthOpportunities #CareerPathways #WorkforceDevelopment #PublicService #ServeLA #YouthLeadership #CommunityImpact #InternshipOpportunity #NowAcceptingApplications #FutureLeaders #LAYouth #ProfessionalDevelopment #MakeADifference

EWDD, in partnership with the County of Los Angeles, are thrilled to launch the Sidewalk Vending Cart Program, which seeks to assist sidewalk vendors navigate and obtain the necessary resources to operate their business within the city. Through this program, fully code-compliant food carts will be awarded at no cost to vendors. Cart awardees will need to obtain all required permits to begin operating their carts as fully permitted businesses. Below are some of the eligibility requirements: 👉Applicants must acquire a sidewalk vending permit. 👉Applicants must be self-employed food vendors. 👉Businesses must have experienced financial loss due to the COVID-19 pandemic. 👉Applicants must have a food handler’s certification. 👉And more! For more information on the requirements and the application process, visit: https://lnkd.in/gA7J5QBt

On May 12th EWDD leadership staff along with four BusinessSource (BSC) Centers attended Mayor Karen Bass’ Latino Business Procurement Event held at the LA Convention Center. More than 200+ business owners and entrepreneurs gathered to learn about resources, partake in two panels, and one fireside chat led by the Mayor. The second panel titled “Winning Big: Lessons from Small Businesses Behind Major Events” was moderated by Daysi Hernandez, EWDD Chief Grants Administrator, and discussed how small businesses successfully acquired government contracts for the Super Bowl and other high-profile events. BSC representatives were in attendance to discuss resources and to get businesses “contract ready” for all of the upcoming sporting events coming to the City of LA in the upcoming years. If you missed this event, the Sports & Entertainment Summit will be back in Fall 2026. Stay tuned for more information.

During Older Americans Month, the City of Los Angeles is proud to highlight the support available to older adults through resources and services that promote independence, well-being, and opportunity. These services include: • Multi-purpose senior centers and dining halls • Door-to-door transportation services • Subsidized training programs for low-income older adults • Housing, mental health, and legal assistance resources To learn more about these programs offered at our Multipurpose Senior Centers, visit aging.lacity.gov.

Sneak peak!! 5 businesses in our NoHo JEDI zone are getting a well-deserved makeover thanks to our friends @laewdd and @laniorg . We can't wait to see the final product of these brand new facades. Stay tuned!

EWDD’s WorkSource Centers are hosting multiple recruitment events this month! Multiple employers are seeking to hire various positions and will be available to meet with interested participants. Event details are below: Adept Job Fair: 📆 Date: May 20, 2026 🕙 Time: 9 AM - 1 PM 📍 Location: 5446 Sepulveda Blvd. Culver City, CA 90230 Maxim Healthcare Job Fair: 📆 Date: May 27, 2026 🕙 Time: 9 AM - 1 PM 📍 Location: 5446 Sepulveda Blvd. Culver City, CA 90230 West LA Job Fair: 📆 Date: May 29, 2026 🕙 Time: 1 PM - 4 PM 📍 Location: 5446 Sepulveda Blvd. Culver City, CA 90230 Attendees are reminded to bring the required documents listed on the flyer.

On May 11th, EWDD leadership joined Mayor Karen Bass at the Pacific Asian Consortium in Employment (PACE) BusinessSource Center to announce the impact of ProcureLA. Through ProcureLA, more than $45 million in contracts was secured for small businesses in Los Angeles. EWDD is proud to be part of programs that help local businesses and entrepreneurs become contract-ready and build industry connections, ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, 2027 Super Bowl, LA28 Olympic and Paralympics Games. In partnership with PACE, ProcureLA continues connecting small businesses to workshops, resources, and contracting opportunities that help businesses grow and create jobs in Los Angeles.

Attention all business owners! 🔔 EWDD’s BusinessSource Centers regularly offer free and engaging online and in-person workshops designed to assist entrepreneurs throughout their business journey. Attendees can learn more about Business Principles, Marketing, Access to Capital, and more!

Join Per Scholas Los Angeles for a no-cost training designed to help participants confidently use technology for work, learning, and everyday life. Through the Digital Navigators Program, Los Angeles residents will receive trusted community guidance while developing digital literacy skills, including foundational AI knowledge. Sessions are offered separately in English and Spanish, and no prior experience is required. Event Details: Date: May 14, 2026 Location: 1600 E. 4th St., Los Angeles, CA 90033. Session Times: Spanish Session: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM English Session: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Limited seats are available. Scan the QR code on the flyer to reserve your spot today.

Calling all small businesses, the Legacy Business Webinars are BACK! Join us for the next webinar in the Legacy Business Toolkit Webinar Series: Commercial Anti-Displacement, Safeguarding Our Neighborhood Anchors. During this virtual webinar, small business owners will learn about practical laws, policies, and strategies designed to help businesses navigate rising rent, shifting markets, and commercial displacement pressures while staying rooted in their communities. This webinar is intended to assist business owners in learning about remaining in and serving their local communities. The webinar will be on May 12, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. For more information, please visit bit.ly/lalegacytoolkit

May is Older Americans Month, a time to recognize the contributions, and wisdom older adults provide to our communities every day. The City of Los Angeles recognizes older adults and honors them for all they have done and continue to do for their families and communities. We continue to commemorate the legacy they have built throughout their lives and the pathway they pave for future generations of Angelenos.