Almost a year ago to the day, on December 23, 2022, KRA reported on the Grand Opening of our Reno-based American Job Center of Nevada (AJCN), operated for Nevadaworks since October 12, 2018, as an EmployNV Business/Career HUB. Then-Governor Stephen Sisolak officiated, sharing his thoughts regarding the critical role of HUB operations in the economic success of the Region.  When he was Clark County Commissioner, Sisolak had served as Master of Ceremony for the AJCN’s original October 12, 2018 opening. At the time, Terrance Bowens, KRA Program Manager, commented, “KRA is excited about the EmployNV re-brand! It has given our
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There are 593 local and 53 state and territorial Workforce Development Boards (WDB), each playing a pivotal role in shaping the employment landscape of the communities they serve by fostering sustainable diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) environments, focusing on jobseeker- and employer-customers’ real-life workplace experiences to uncover and address systemic inequities. KRA is fortunate to support its WDB-partners that champion fairness and equal opportunity, trusting our Career- and Business-Services specialists to provide exceptional hiring-support solutions—innovative recruitment, screening, training, and placement opportunities—to assist our minority-owned business customers in sustaining current operations and attaining long-term expansion goals. As a Black-owned enterprise with 42
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  Adolescents, who have transitioned out of foster care, most commonly at the age of 18, often face a unique set of challenges as they navigate their young-adulthood years. Without the support and stability of a permanent family, they may encounter obstacles that hinder their path to success. However, there are solutions that can help these youth overcome these challenges and thrive in their early- and later-adult lives. One of the main obstacles for young adults formerly in foster care is the lack of a support system. Without a stable network of family and mentors, they may struggle with finding
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KRA is pleased to announce its partnership with the Louisiana Department of Children & Family Services (DCFS) to lead participants of the Family Independence Temporary Assistance Program (FITAP) toward sustainable employment. KRA’s Work Activities and Career Pathways Program supports jobseekers in meeting FITAP-participation requirements, accelerating their progress in acquiring the skills business partners require for successful job placement.  Initially, we will operate the program in the State’s northern region in the parishes surrounding Shreveport, Monroe, and Alexandria. By offering tailored workforce services that leverage local resources and evidence-based practices, KRA aims to support the DCFS in achieving positive outcomes for
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