Latest Past Events

Second Chance Virtual Career & Resource Expo: Hour of Power

Join local thought leaders for a candid discussion about expungements, as well as receive important COVID-19 facts and information from LA-CEAL to protect you and your family. Featured Speakers Patrick Young -  Director, Mayor’s Office of Gun Violence Prevention Sarah Whittington - Staff Attorney, Justice and Accountability Center Calvin Pep - Director, Cure Violence NOLA Daniel Sarpong, PhD - Director, Center for Minority Health and Health Disparities Research and Education, Professor, Xavier University This session is hosted by the Urban League of Louisiana's Office of Workforce Development To join, please visit: https://urbanleaguela-org.zoom.us/j/99158372512?pwd=ZDd6MDdzYXhvOGg1cG4rOHhibjRKZz09 Passcode: 440947

Second Chance Virtual Career & Resource Expo

The Office of Workforce Development, in partnership with the Louisiana Department of Corrections, the Louisiana Workforce Commission, and Oxfam, is hosting a Second Chance Virtual Virtual Career & Resource Expo for justice-involved/returning citizens. The expo will help assist qualified and professional candidates who are returning citizens seeking employment. The Urban League of Louisiana will also host an Hour of Power during the career & resource expo which will answer questions regarding expungements and focus on the following: Real-time information on the current job market Current Hiring Needs Application and Hiring Processes Interview Tips Networking Opportunities Register at https://urbanleaguela.org/virtual-job/ To join the Second Chance Hour of Power for Justice-Involved Job Seekers, please visit: https://urbanleaguela-org.zoom.us/j/99158372512?pwd=ZDd6MDdzYXhvOGg1cG4rOHhibjRKZz09 Passcode: 440947

LADOTD: Government Contracting 101 + DBE Certification

For small, woman-owned, minority, and disadvantaged businesses seeking government contracts and understanding the basics of how local, state and federal agencies procure products and services are critical. Understanding the bidding, award, performance, and contract management processes that support government procurement activities can be a game-changer and time-saver for your business. During this session, small business owners will obtain key information on the procurement processes of local, state, and federal government agencies and insights on how to best position the business for successful bids and subsequent awards. There is no cost to attend this informational webinar, however, you must be registered for the webinar to participate. Please secure your spot today by visiting https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3358646696740385292. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.