December 1, 2025
Program Year 2024 marked a transformative milestone for Virginia’s
workforce system with the full operational launch of Virginia Works,
the Commonwealth’s new Department of Workforce Development
and Advancement. As the Commonwealth’s unified workforce
agency, Virginia Works has consolidated 11 programs into a single,
streamlined entity, aligning service delivery, data systems, and
strategic leadership under one mission: We connect people to
careers and employers to skilled talent.
This report highlights the agency’s performance under the
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Titles I and
III, showcasing measurable outcomes, innovative practices, and
regional success stories. Virginia Works exceeded expectations in
several key performance areas, launched multiple pilot programs
through WIOA Governor’s Reserve funds discretionary grants, and
expanded access to underserved communities. The agency also
led the state’s largest-ever virtual hiring initiative, modernized
apprenticeship infrastructure, and strengthened cross-agency
collaboration. With a focus on outcomes, process improvements,
and employer engagement, Virginia Works is laying the foundation
for a more agile and responsive workforce system.
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