California Labor and Workforce Development Agency

10/14/2026

LWDA Secretary Knox joined Governor Gavin Newsom in Visalia to tour Voltage Multipliers, a local advanced manufacturing company supplying critical industries worldwide. The Governor presented the business with a Made in California license which empowers California-based manufacturers to capitalize on the state’s global reputation for quality.

This Manufacturing Month, learn how to join the MADE IN CALIFORNIA program—application fees are waived through Dec. 31, 2026!

10/14/2026

Every Californian deserves the opportunity to build a meaningful career. This National Disability Employment Awareness Month, EDD shares how it’s expanding access to jobs, training, and career support for Deaf and hard of hearing Californians with nearly $2.7 million in investments—helping break down barriers and build a more inclusive workforce.

Expanding Career Pathways for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Californians.

For more on this latest news release, visit: edd.ca.gov/newsroom.htm

10/09/2026

It’s Latino Heritage Month, a time to celebrate the contributions of California’s Hispanic and Latino communities.
 
Latinos are an essential part of California’s economy, making up nearly 40% of the state’s workforce, and many in vital sectors such as agriculture, construction, and arts, entertainment and hospitality.
 
LWDA is continuing to build and strengthen our workforce systems, create pathways to good jobs, and protect the rights of all workers so every worker in California has the opportunity to thrive.

10/07/2026

State of California Employment Development Department is listening to your feedback and enhancing the customer experience. From simpler processes to expanded language access, your voice helps drive change. Read the release to find out how they’re turning customer feedback into better services.

What you need to Know: In honor of International Customer Experience Day, the Employment Development Department (EDD) is highlighting how listening to customers is helping make services easier to understand, access and use. Through its Voice of the Customer program, EDD brings together customer feed...

09/25/2026

California’s agricultural workers help keep our communities fed and our economy strong. During National Farm Safety and Health Week, we highlight the importance of safe and healthy workplaces. From heat illness and equipment safety to workplace protections and access to benefits, we’re committed to helping agricultural workers know their rights and the resources available to stay safe and healthy at work.

Check out some of the resources available to workers: https://www.labor.ca.gov/resources/

09/22/2026

California makes a lot more than headlines.

The Made in California program is open to manufacturers based in or doing business in California of all sizes with eligible products made right here in the Golden State.

If 51% or more of a product’s final wholesale value is added in California, it may qualify for the official Made in California label—helping businesses stand out with customers, buyers and partners.

Let’s keep California the #1 state for manufacturing—and make sure the world knows what’s made here.

Learn more or apply at madeincalifornia.ca.gov.

09/18/2026

Secretary Knox joined yesterday’s English Language Learner Healthcare Pathways Statewide Convening to highlight how this initiative is strengthening California’s healthcare workforce while creating new pathways to economic mobility.
 
By connecting language learning with career training, we’re working with the California Community Colleges to help multilingual learners prepare for high-demand, living-wage healthcare careers while building a workforce that reflects and better serves California’s diverse communities.
 
When workers have pathways to opportunity, we gain a stronger healthcare workforce and healthier communities that benefit from care that is more accessible, responsive, and connected to their needs.

09/17/2026

Investing in women is a smart business decision that strengthens our economy. https://www.gov.ca.gov/2026/08/10/first-partner-jennifer-siebel-newsom-senate-president-pro-tem-monique-limon-celebrate-women-founders-leading-innovation-in-california

That was on display at the First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom and California Women’s Wealth Advisory Council’s Innovation Showcase, where women founders presented companies and ideas focused on improving the lives of families, communities, and the environment.

Supporting women in business and creating more opportunities for them to lead and innovate helps build a stronger economy that benefits us all.

09/17/2026

Working parents, you’ve got a lot on your plate! 💛

California was the first state to offer Paid Family Leave, giving workers more support when they need to be there for their families. Whether you’re welcoming a new child, caring for family, or supporting a military family, the program can help.

Because being there for your family is important work. And an important part of being a parent, too.

Learn more: edd.ca.gov/PaidFamilyLeave