What is WIA?The Workforce Investment Act (WIA) is a federally funded training and job program that creates a new approach providing workforce investment activities through statewide and local systems. Authorized workforce investment activities provided at the local level benefit job seekers, dislocated workers, youth, foster care participants, incumbent workers, new entrants to the workforce, veterans, persons with disabilities, and employers. These activities promote an increase in employment, job retention, earnings, and occupational skill attainment by participants. This improves the quality of the workforce, reduces welfare dependency, and enhances the productivity and competitiveness of the nation. If you are unemployed or just need a better job the West Tennessee Workforce Investment Board - Area 11 can help. Or maybe you are an employer looking for qualified workers; the West Tennessee Workforce Investment Board - Area 11 can help there too. The West Tennessee Workforce Investment Board - Area 11, in conjunction with the Tennessee Career Center at Jackson, is here to help you assess your skills and develop a career plan. Our friendly staff can match your skills with current job openings as well as help you enhance your current job search skills. |

