As you know, our economy is in a precarious state. I know that many of you as well as your families have felt this downturn firsthand. Unfortunately, Georgia’s unemployment recently reached 8.6%. I share your concerns about our nation’s future and I am working hard with other members of Congress to find solutions for our economic decline. To help you find work now, Georgia has a number of resources for job seekers.
The Georgia Department of Labor provides a wide range of services to individuals looking for work. It can help one find a job, apply for unemployment benefits, and learn about continuing education and training. The Georgia Department of Labor can be contacted by phone at (404) 232-3540 or on the web at www.dol.state.ga.us.
The Georgia Work Ready Program gives one the opportunity to earn a Georgia Work Ready Certificate, showing employers’ evidence of ones skill and knowledge levels. The Georgia Work Ready Program can be contacted by phone at (404) 463-5030 or on the web at www.gaworkready.org.
The following websites specifically help individuals in Georgia’s 9 th District:
www.gmwia2.com - Dawson, Forsyth, Hall, Lumpkin, Union, White
www.careerdepot.org - Catoosa, Dade, Fannin, Gilmer, Gordon, Murray, Pickens, Walker, Whitfield
www.ngrdc.org – Fannin, Gilmer, Murray, Pickens
Please click here for more information on these websites and other resources.
