1. A presentation developed by the Orange Empire Chapter

2. About Us
Who we are
A sub-chapter of the California Chapter IAWP, a nonprofit 501 (C) 6 educational association representing professionals worldwide who work in public and private workforce development programs. California has over 2000 members.
What we do
Provide a variety of useful member services through education, communication, and research. Objectives include enhancing job competence, supporting administrators in program improvement, and fostering a close working relationship with partner organizations.
Our mission
The mission of IAWP is to enhance, serve, and support those interested in workforce development programs.

3. IAWP Offers Educational Meetings and Seminar
Educational Grant Assistance
Legislative influence
Training
Career development
Awards program
Communication network
Community Service
Member Discounts

4. Educational meetings & seminars
Local Chapters hold general meetings with educational speakers
District Conferences
California Chapter Conferences
EDD may approve up to two Professional Development Days per fiscal year to attend IAWP conferences

5. Educational Grant Assistance
Eligible to receive up to $500 a year from Bybee after one year membership
Three other grant opportunities available through IAWP International headquarters
Logan S. Chambers (for individuals)
Scott C. Boyd (for groups)
Freddy Jacobs (for member’s children)

6. Legislative Influence
Recognized by Congressional Members
Guidance for writing letters to support funding of Workforce Service and Unemployment programs

7. Training Local Chapters present outstanding training
Exam Prep with mock interviews
Computer Training
Writing Skills
Identify Theft and Security
Motivation
Financial Planning and Retirement
And much much more

8. Career Development Demonstrate Leadership Skills
Develop Leadership Skills
Interact with Executive Staff
Network with peer groups in other agencies
Equip members with knowledge, information and practical tools for success
Preparation for the challenges of tomorrow

9. Awards Local Chapters have annual awards program
Local winners may become State winners

10. Communication Local Chapter Newsletter Cal-Liope State Newsletter
Flyers
Receive at your discretion
Orange Empire website
California Web

11. Community Service School Supply Drive
Support St. Jude’s Ranch for Children
Campbell Soup Labels
Box tops for Education
Ronald McDonald Charities Support
Pop tabs collection
Thanksgiving Food Drive
Walk-a-thons
Disaster Victims Assistance

12. Member Discounts Credit Card Group Insurance Plans
Long-Term Care Policy
Auto Insurance
Car Rental
Travel Discounts

13. What does it cost?
Dues are $98.00 per year for all active members; $36.00 per year for retired members
EDD pays $50.00 of the membership dues for all Bargaining Unit 1, 2, and 4 employees, and 100% of the dues for employees in supervisory/managerial classifications.
EDD employees (BU 1,2, & 4) may elect to pay their share ($48) by payroll deduct ($4 per month) or by personal check or money order.
Non-state members must pay the $98 in full.

14. Orange Empire Offers Members
Reduced cost for dinner meetings
Free local chapter training

15. Join Orange Empire
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