Orange County is home to a vibrant and diverse collection of communities that represent the third largest economy in California and the eighth largest economy in the nation. The OWA is focused on building a sustainable, resilient, and inclusive economy across the Orange County Region.
Businesses fuel the region’s growth. OWA partners with local businesses to identify and meet their workforce needs, train and place qualified candidates, and provide services and resources to support their success.
The right career can change a life. OWA helps job seekers find and enter paths to rewarding, well-paying careers that lead to lasting self-sufficiency and economic independence.
When young people succeed, so do their communities. OWA opens opportunities for youth to access education, training, work experience and support services they need for for the future they deserve.