Ali Khawar - May 19, 2021
Employers: Do you know the federal requirements for mental health benefits? During Mental Health Awareness Month, check out our guidance and answers to FAQs.
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A Year of Challenges and Progress, With More Work Ahead
Hari Chon - May 17, 2021
Asian Pacific Americans are the second fastest-growing population among major race and ethnic groups, and their stories are central threads in the fabric of our shared history.
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ODEP at 20: Leading Voices – Becky Ogle
Jennifer Sheehy - May 14, 2021
Highlights from a conversation between the Office of Disability Employment Policy's Jennifer Sheehy and Becky Ogle, who proposed and designed ODEP.
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5 Ways to Make the Most of Your Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Benefits
Ali Khawar - May 12, 2021
During Mental Health Awareness Month, here are five tips to help you make the most of your mental health and other benefits.
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Building Momentum For the Next 100 Days and Beyond
Secretary Marty Walsh - May 11, 2021
We have a lot of work left to do but we’re off to a strong start. I’m excited about what we can accomplish in the next 100 days and beyond.
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April Jobs Report: On Track to Build Back Better, But a Steep Climb Ahead
Secretary Marty Walsh - May 07, 2021
This month's Jobs Report included some good news, but also showed that we have a steep climb ahead.
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5 Numbers from April’s Employment Situation Report
Janelle Jones - May 07, 2021
Here are five numbers to help you make sense of the latest employment situation report.
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5 Facts on Moms, Work and COVID-19
Wendy Chun-Hoon - May 06, 2021
With widespread closures of schools and childcare centers, COVID-19 kicked away the scaffolding of care working families rely on to balance the demands of work and family. Mothers, in particular, have borne a heavy load.While the amount of time and energy they spend on unpaid labor at home has skyrocketed, their employment has suffered. Along with increases in household food insecurity, many moms also reported other effects of the pandemic beyond the labor market, including increased stress and anxiety. As the United States approaches its second pandemic Mother’s Day, here are five facts about
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The True Cost of Misclassification
Jessica Looman - May 06, 2021
As we emerge from the pandemic, eliminating misclassification is a critical economic recovery strategy. Here’s why: