The City of Alexandria Workforce Development Center partners with various state and local agencies to offer expanded services to the public. These partnerships allow individuals to access benefits and supportive services directly through our center.

Key partners and resources include:

Alexandria/Arlington Regional Workforce Council
Oversees workforce development initiatives that drive sustainable economic growth throughout the region.

Alexandria Commission on Employment
Develops a citywide plan to align employment services, training programs, and economic development efforts. Visit the Boards & Commissions page and select “Alexandria Commission on Employment” for more details.

Alexandria Economic Development Partnership (AEDP)
Supports business development and promotes Alexandria as a thriving, diverse, and innovative community.

Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Arlington – Migration and Refugee Services
Provides employment support and related services to immigrants and refugees.

Edu-Futuro
Empowers immigrant and underserved youth and families through education, leadership development, and workforce programs that promote career readiness and community integration.

Melwood
Offers free employment assistance to Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) recipients and individuals with disabilities.

National Council on Aging – Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Helps low-income, unemployed individuals aged 55+ find meaningful employment.

New Americans in Alexandria (2018 Report)
A collaborative report by New American Economy, the Workforce Development Center, and AEDP highlighting the economic impact of immigrants in Alexandria.

Upwardly Global
Supports skilled immigrants and refugees in overcoming barriers to employment and succeeding in the U.S. job market.

Virginia Career Works – Alexandria
Provides job seekers, employers, and community partners with employment resources, training opportunities, and workforce development support.

Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS)
Delivers referral-based employment and extended services to job seekers through our center.