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Orange RPU 2023 Biennial Modification to PY 2021-24 Regional Plan <br /> <br />34 <br /> <br />that specific populations require more outreach and unique methods and strategies for <br />locating, attracting, and retaining their participation in workforce programs. The Orange <br />County WDB purchased a mobile unit equipped with 12 computers and a monitor outside <br />for presentations. The mobile unit is accessible by wheelchair by using a lift. The unit <br />serves as a one-stop mobile center for the Orange County community. The mobile unit is <br />deployed to low-income communities, areas that are far from a comprehensive AJCC, <br />and partner locations to increase access and awareness of services. <br /> <br />The boards and partner agencies will also explore additional referral agreements and <br />processes with other organizations that can be engaged as partners to serve targeted <br />people in their communities. Disadvantaged and vulnerable populations need increased <br />support services, multiple service strategies, co-enrollment in additional programs, <br />referrals to community service providers, and a team approach to succeed in the labor <br />market. <br /> <br />Participants must have broadband internet access to complete enrollment applications, <br />financial aid applications, and work requirements. Job openings are now almost <br />exclusively accessible via the internet. Many job search websites are not fully accessible <br />to mobile phone users. The digital divide between people with broadband internet access <br />and those without access or cell phone-only access is also a huge barrier to accessing <br />post-secondary education and entering the workforce. The RPU and regional partners <br />have discussed the need for partners to address the digital divide collectively and are <br />working with regional and statewide initiatives to address the issue. <br /> <br /> <br /> <br />EXHIBIT 1