Priscilla Garcia-Ocampo - Jul 03, 2024
The EMPLEO program has helped us recover more than $15 million in back wages for thousands of workers – and it’s more important than ever.
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EMPLEO: 20 years of fighting worker exploitation
Older and wiser, but not richer: The gender pay gap for older workers
Erin George, Gretchen Livingston - Jul 01, 2024
The gender pay gap is wider for older women, which means that while overall, women who work full-time, year-round are paid 84 cents for every dollar men are paid, women 50+ are paid 75 cents or less.
New tool connects miners with vital health resources
Jason Dittrich, Mike Pulsifer - Jun 28, 2024
OCIO worked collaboratively with the Mine Safety and Health Administration to develop a new tool that provides quick access to health services tailored to miners' unique needs.
Updated federal grant guidance will help create good jobs
Bart Sheard - Jun 28, 2024
Updated federal guidance gives state and local governments more tools to ensure efficient use of funds while advancing good jobs, equity in recruitment and hiring, and environmental sustainability.
Caribbean roots inspire service to others
Samantha Thomas - Jun 27, 2024
Regional Solicitor Samantha Thomas shares how her Caribbean roots shaped her passion to be of service to others.
For men, taking care of your family means taking care of yourself
Lisa M. Gomez - Jun 21, 2024
As part of Father’s Day and Men’s Health Month observances, here are tips to help men improve their health.
The Olmstead effect: Celebrating 25 years of positive change
Taryn M. Williams - Jun 20, 2024
An overview of the progress in disability rights and protections since the landmark Supreme Court decision, particularly in competitive integrated employment.
New tools to help rural workers get good jobs
Nick Beadle, Robert Kight - Jun 17, 2024
The Biden administration is funding innovative new strategies to removing barriers to good jobs in rural America.
Avoiding elder financial abuse
Lisa M. Gomez - Jun 14, 2024
In observance of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, tips for avoiding elder financial abuse and protecting retirement, health and other benefits.