Welcome to FOCUS: A New Vision for Tennessee's Workforce

 

Each month on this page, we'll highlight new programs, initiatives and wins at the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development (TDLWD). Through articles, photos and more, we'll shine a light on the impactful work that TDLWD is doing every day to ensure all Tennesseans have access to high-quality jobs in a safe and thriving workplace.

Five women and a man pose for a photo in front of a backdrop of Nashville State Community College

Latest issue: Nashville AJC's New Home

For nearly five years, Nashville State Community College’s East Davidson campus sat empty, a victim of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Today it’s buzzing with activity as the home of a comprehensive workforce center, offering training, classes, and job search support under one roof.

The Workforce Training Center, which opened in January and held an open house for the public in late October, includes an American Job Center and Nashville State's Center for Workforce Development & Continuing Education. The new workforce center aims to streamline access to education and employment resources while eliminating barriers.

Read more in the December 2025 issue of FOCUS.