Author: Chalesah Gonzales

From June 2 to June 5, nearly 30 young adults took part in an impactful four-day Summer Boot Camp hosted by Arapahoe/Douglas Works! as part of the Governor’s Summer Job Hunt initiative. Focused on equipping 14–18-year-olds with the tools to find, land, and thrive in their first jobs, the camp was a powerful blend of career exploration, skill building, and hands-on experience. 

On Wednesday, February 12, in Aurora, CO, the Parents to Work (PTW) team hosted its Coffee with PTW event, designed to equip unemployed participants with essential workforce insights, direct employer connections, and strategies to overcome barriers. This event provided participants with key job search tools to enhance their career prospects.

On October 18, 2024, at the Carriage House at the Governor’s Mansion to recognize outstanding employers and young adults from workforce centers across Colorado! Each year, workforce center staff nominate employers who provide high-quality summer jobs and internships along with young adults who make an impact in their roles.

Evans’s journey from Ghana to the United States was marked by determination and resilience.

In an era where traditional print media is facing challenges, one publication in the Denver metro area is defying the odds through collaboration and innovation.  OutFront Magazine (OFM), a free printed publication dedicated to local events, current topics, and issues impacting the Denver metro area and the LGBTQ+ community, found itself in a predicament familiar to many print publications: the need for additional writers, editors, and staff positions without the funding to support it.

April is Financial Literacy Month!  That means it’s a special time to learn more about money.  Financial literacy is all about understanding how to use money wisely.

The second quarter 2024 labor supply/demand report delivers a comprehensive overview of the employment landscape in the Metro Denver area. The report analyzes job hires, separations, and layoffs in the U.S. and Colorado, emphasizing trends like new unemployment trends claims and business applications. It sheds light on a labor supply deficit, featuring top hard skills, certifications, software skills, and companies in demand.

In recognition of Disability Awareness Month, Arapahoe/Douglas Works! Workforce Center, in collaboration with the City of Englewood, hosted an Inclusive Career Mixer. The event was held at the Centennial Workforce Center on March 28, 2024.

Did you know that February is Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month?

Getting ready for jobs can be a bit like solving a puzzle. Colorado, just like other places, has a challenge called the “skills gap.” This means there’s a difference between what skills companies need and what skills people have. Let’s explore how Colorado is using something special called Career and Technical Education (CTE) to help students bridge this gap and get ready for jobs.

The first quarter 2024 labor supply/demand report delivers a comprehensive overview of the employment landscape in the Metro Denver area. The report analyzes job hires, separations, and layoffs in the U.S. and Colorado, emphasizing trends like new unemployment trends claims and business applications. It sheds light on a labor supply deficit, featuring top hard skills, certifications, software skills, and companies in demand.