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 The Louisiana Department of Labor is recognized as the labor exchange for the state of Louisiana by serving as the link between employers, job seekers, and training entities to provide the skills training, employment services, and re-employment resources necessary to increase employment in Louisiana.

The Louisiana Department of Economic Development is the main economic development agency for the state of Louisiana.  The State’s roster of business incentives is designed to retain and attract new industry; foremost among them are the tax credits and rebates, infrastructure assistance and workforce training.

  The value of agricultural research and extension to U.S. economic development and to the well-being of the American people has been recognized since the founding of this country. The LSU Agricultural Center, through its Extension Service, helps the people of Louisiana - both rural and urban - improve their lives through an educational process that uses research-based knowledge focused on issues and needs. You can view the many programs and services offered by this organization at their website.

  The University of Louisiana at Lafayette New Iberia Research Center specializes in the breeding, management, and importation of a diverse range of nonhuman primate species and offers a broad range of diagnostic, laboratory, and human resources for the development and characterization of nonhuman primate models for applied and basic research aimed at promoting human quality of life.

  Pack up the kids and stir up the HOT side of French Louisiana on your next vacation. Kick up your heels with a lively Cajun two step or Zydeco dance. Relish in world famous cuisine, savor the aromas of the famous TABASCO® factory and Country Store and KONRIKO®/Conrad Rice Mill. Step back in time at the National Trust property, Shadows-on-the-Teche and The Olivier Plantation Store. Romp through the swamp on an airboat tour. Experience how sweet it is in Iberia at the Jeanerette Sugar Museum, stroll lush tropical gardens at Jungle Gardens of Avery Island and Antique Rose Ville. It’s just too hot to pass up!

Acadiana Works, Inc. is a private non-profit organization funded by the local Workforce Investment Board #40. As the "one-stop operator" of the Workforce Investment Act, we offer access to a wide variety of workforce and related services in one convenient location. Job seekers and employers may utilize our centers for the most comprehensive workforce services available through state-of-the-art technology.

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