State and Local Partners Unite to Support Federal Workers Impacted by Layoffs
Statewide webinars are available to connect impacted workers with layoff support services.
Seattle, WA — The Workforce Development Council of Seattle-King County (WDC), in partnership with the Washington State Employment Security Department (ESD), Washington Health Benefit Exchange, labor organizations, and local workforce boards, will co-host a series of statewide and local events to assist federal employees and contractors impacted by recent layoffs.
Statewide Virtual Layoff Support Presentations
Three free, virtual Rapid ReEmployment webinars will provide critical guidance to impacted workers across Washington:
March 20, 2025: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. PDT
April 30, 2025: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. PDT
May 29, 2025: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. PDT
Participants will learn about:
Unemployment benefits and filing assistance
Career guidance, job search assistance, and other resources
Health care options through the WA Health Benefit Exchange
Expanding job skills through training and educational programs
Additional resources provided by the Washington State Labor Council
King County Layoff Support Services
The WDC provides monthly layoff support presentations that are open to anyone impacted by a job loss.
For more information: WorkSource Seattle-King County
Media Contact
Kristan Lortz, Rapid Response Program Manager
klortz@worksourceskc.org