Janelle Jones - Feb 05, 2021
The January jobs report shows that some progress has been made, but we still have a long way to go.
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ODEP at 20: Driving Change and Creating Opportunity
Jennifer Sheehy - Jan 28, 2021
ODEP’s creation 20 years ago heralded an important shift in how we talk about disability and employment in America, one focused not on whether people with disabilities can work, but rather the strategies and supports that drive the change needed to make work happen.
New COVID-19 Unemployment Benefits: Answering Common Questions
Jim Garner - Jan 11, 2021
The CARES Act provided Americans with new and expanded unemployment insurance (UI) benefits if they’re out of work for reasons related to the pandemic. Here are some answers to common questions about these benefits.
HIRE Vets Medallion Award 2020: Are You On The List?
Meg M. O’Grady - Nov 11, 2020
The Department recognized 675 employers across America for hiring veterans in 2020. Hear their stories and learn how your company can be recognized in 2021.
Inclusive Apprenticeships: Connecting Employers and Career Seekers
Carolyn Jones, Lydia L. Parenteau - Nov 09, 2020
We're expanding inclusive apprenticeship opportunities through the Apprenticeship Inclusion Models initiative and other programs and policies.
NDEAM 2020: Building a Future That Works
Jennifer Sheehy - Oct 23, 2020
To celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month, the Office of Disability Employment Policy hosted a discussion with tech experts and industry leaders on accessible technology that can help build a future that works for all Americans.
5 Resources for Planning Your National Apprenticeship Week Event
Office of Public Affairs - Oct 19, 2020
National Apprenticeship Week is Nov. 8-14! This nationwide celebration is a chance to demonstrate your support for apprenticeship. Learn more about planning and promoting an event.
NDEAM 2020: Increasing Access and Opportunity
Jennifer Sheehy - Oct 01, 2020
National Disability Employment Awareness Month was first celebrated 75 years ago! As we celebrate NDEAM 2020, learn more about how we can increase opportunity for people with disabilities.
The Office of Compliance Initiatives Turns 2
S. Marisela Douglass - Aug 28, 2020
How the U.S. Department of Labor’s compliance assistance efforts are helping workers and employers around the country.