CalWORKs Participation Rate

The CalWORKs Participation Rate measures the percentage of families receiving California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs) financial assistance who are engaged in work-related activities. This includes job training, education, or actual employment. A higher participation rate suggests that more families are actively working towards self-sufficiency, while a lower rate may indicate barriers to participation, such as lack of job opportunities or support services. Policymakers use this rate to assess the effectiveness of the program and to ensure that families are receiving the support they need to improve their economic situation.