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NOVAworks Director Marlena Sessions was interviewed by U.S. Department of Labor as part of the 'Yes, WIOA Can' campaign to showcase ways in which WIOA can be used to promote innovation, equity, and job quality. https://ywc.workforcegps.org/resources/2023/03/22/21/42/Resourcees-WIOA-Can-Meet-Workers-Where-They-Are-Marlena-Sessions

NOVAworks has moved!

Effective March 20, 2023, the Sunnyvale office of NOVAworks has moved into the ground floor of the new , located at 456 W. Olive Avenue. Both online and remote services continue to be available from the new location.

If coming into the office, be sure to plan for additional time until you're familiar with the new space and parking options.

NOVAworks is proud to support & serve workers and employers throughout Silicon Valley http://bit.ly/3jXplxH County Supervisor Joe Simitian Dave Pine

Marléna Sessions, executive director of NOVAworks, was recently featured in a pair of DisruptED video podcasts with of .

Building the Whole Person Project to Address Chronic Underemployment - MarketScale Marlena Sessions shares her insight on customer-focused workforce development, skills-based hiring, and chronic underemployment.

NOVAworks is looking forward to participating in this public event on January 25. Thanks to County Supervisor Joe Simitian for organizing!

10 Ways to Shorten Your Job Search Webinar - Supervisor Joe Simitian District 5 - County of Santa Clara Breadcrumb Home 10 Ways to Shorten Your Job Search Webinar 10 Ways to Shorten Your Job Search Webinar County Supervisor Joe Simitian will host "10 Ways to Shorten Your Job Search" webinar on Wednesday, January 25, 2023. Panelists will discuss 10 actionable tips job seekers can focus on that may help...

Thank you to everyone who contributed on to the NOVAworks Foundation in support of services to job seekers in our local community.
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It's , which means that you have already been asked for contributions from a number of deserving organizations.

This is a tough time for job seekers in our community. If you're willing to give just a bit more, you can help ensure that NOVAworks can provide essential services to those who desperately need them. Thank you for your compassion and concern.

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NOVAworks supports and encourages apprenticeships across all industries. Visit http://apprenticeship.gov/NAW for additional information.

Happy ! NOVAworks celebrates apprentices and the employers who support them. Learn more about apprenticeships at https://www.apprenticeship.gov/national-apprenticeship-week

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has provided assistance to thousands of job seekers since our inception in 1983.

How has a workforce development board, like NOVAworks, helped you? Share your experience here.

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Workforce development boards, like NOVAworks, help millions of people across the U.S. find new jobs every year. Learn more at National Association of Workforce Boards and at NOVAworks.

29 years ago today, President Clinton, VP Gore, and Sec of Labor Reich came to NOVAworks and the City of Sunnyvale to praise our achievements. September 10, 1993 — a totally different time, but same quality customer service.

NOVAworks, with County support, will soon launch an employment program specifically designed to help some of our hardest-to-place residents. The program is designed to eliminate barriers to employment by providing a comprehensive range of workforce and supportive services, including training for occupational skills and career navigation; childcare, housing, and other supportive subsidies that will enable participants to focus on their training, learning, and job opportunities.

Proud to support this partnership between our County and NOVAworks. It couldn’t have come at a better time given the combination of inflation and the high cost of living in our area. Securing a job with room for growth can be the difference between thriving and homelessness.

Learn more: https://district5.sccgov.org/press-releases/supervisors-support-whole-person-approach-career-advancement

Reminder: Below Market Rate (BMR) - Ownership and Rental Virtual Workshop on September 19

Rise Housing will host the annual City of Cupertino’s Below Market Rate (BMR) - Ownership and Rental Virtual Workshop. Members of the public are invited to join this virtual workshop on Monday, September 19 from 6 to 7 p.m.

Topics Include:

- BMR Ownership & Rental Program Overview
- How to join the 2023 Waitlist
- Requirements of the Program
- Eligibility, Process, & Priority Points Criteria
- Real Time Q&A

Click to join:
https://zoom.us/j/98692957335

Following the meeting, a recording will be available at risehousing.com/applicants-cupertino-bmr-homeownership

Please join the Palo Alto Library on Saturday, September 10 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. for re: Maker Fair, at the Mitchell Park Community Center. This all-ages event will feature an afternoon of interactive activities and presentations on sustainable technology & home living. The library is partnering with local agencies, organizations and businesses to share resources and ideas to help us all do our part in preserving our planet. Learn more at http://bit.ly/remaker2022

If this heat is sticking around then so are we. ☀️ The Sunnyvale Public Library will remain open as a cooling center through Friday.

Tuesday, 9/6, 10 am - 9 pm
Wednesday, 9/7, 10 am - 9 pm
Thursday, 9/8, 10 am - 9 pm
Friday, 9/9, 10 am - 6 pm

Library location: 665 W Olive Ave

☀️Forecast Details: U.S. National Weather Service (NWS)
🌡️Heat Safety Tips: Sunnyvale Department of Public Safety
🆒Area Cooling Centers: County of Santa Clara OEM

East Contra Costa Hiring & Resources Fair Check this page often for new info, especially an updated list of employers. Bring resumes & be prepared for on-the-spot interviews.

work2future and San Jose Works are bringing together over 70 employers who are hiring right now!

With a wide range of roles, all experience levels are welcome. Whether you are looking for seasonal work, your first job out of school, or the next step in your career, there is an opportunity for you.

Join us on September 23, 2022, at the San Jose Convention Center, South Hall in from 1 to 4 PM.

Visit bit.ly/SJ_CareerExpo to see more employers and register today!

It’s been a long heat wave but hopefully a cool down is coming soon. Keep staying hydrated by drinking water and electrolytes. Encourage your kids to always carry a water bottle with them and do not forget to bring along water when traveling with pets. For more information about hot weather safety, visit www.PrepareSCC.org/HotWeather.

California ISO has issued a for the fifth day in a row. Please do your part to conserve energy between 4 - 9 p.m. Check out the tips below and visit https://www.flexalert.org/save-energy for more!

If you are outside in the extreme heat for work or pleasure, you can start suffering from heat-related illness rapidly. Drink plenty of water and electrolytes and take multiple breaks. Stay in the shade as much as possible and protect yourself when you are in the sun with a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen. For more information about staying safe during this heat wave, go to www.PrepareSCC.gov/hotweather.

The US National Weather Service San Francisco Bay Area/Monterey California is predicting very dangerous heat to continue late into the week. Stay hydrated and check in on vulnerable family members, neighbors, and friends.

The first Labor Day was celebrated in 1882 in New York City, and by the time President Cleveland made it a national holiday in 1894, the event was celebrated annually in 24 states as a way to recognize workers' contributions "to America's strength, prosperity, and well-being."

NOVAworks has recognized the efforts of workers locally every day since our inception in 1983. As an organization, we strive to ensure that job seekers have the opportunity to share their contributions with the world in whatever scope and capacity they desire. We believe that every individual brings inestimable value to the work that they do, improving the quality of life for all.

This Labor Day, join us in celebrating workers everywhere — the backbone of our community.

Cooling Centers Open – Monday, Labor Day
Due to the excessive heat warning 🥵 in our area, we are opening cooling centers at our Senior Center and the Martin Luther King Center on Monday, Sept. 5 and Tuesday, Sept. 6 from 12-6 pm for our community members. Our Libraries will also be open during normal hours this weekend.

The US National Weather Service San Francisco Bay Area/Monterey California expects temperatures to rise into the 90s in our area. There is elevated risk for potential heat-related illness, especially for seniors, children, those with pre-existing health conditions, and pets.

What can you do?
o Stay hydrated and indoors in a cool place
o Check on loved ones and neighbors – especially those who may be isolated or at risk
o Avoid being outdoors during the heat of the day
o Never leave children or pets in the car
o Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates https://www.weather.gov/mtr/

Where to cool off?
Monday – Sept. 5 & Tuesday, Sept. 6 from noon to 6pm
• San Mateo Senior Center (2645 Alameda de las Pulgas)
• Martin Luther King Center (725 Monte Diablo Ave.)
Sunday – Sept. 4, 11am – 5pm
• San Mateo Main Library (55 W. Third Ave.)

Thank you and please stay safe San Mateo!

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