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Seward Dinsmore - May 17, 2023
During National Mental Health Awareness Month, Seward Dinsmore reflects on his military service, mental health and a meaningful career with the Wage and Hour Division.
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5 Careers Making a Difference in Mental Health
Bureau of Labor Statistics - May 16, 2023
If you’re interested in a career supporting mental health, you may want to consider these five occupations that the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects will grow much faster than average.
New Initiative Focuses on Preventing Falls
Mandy Edens - May 16, 2023
In 2021, there were 680 workplace fatalities associated with falls from elevations - about 13% of all deaths. Learn about our new National Emphasis Program to prevent falls and keep workers safe.
Resources to Support Working Families
Office of Public Affairs - May 12, 2023
Here are some of the ways the Department of Labor supports working families.
Pandemic Employment Losses Worse for Working Moms Without Degrees
Christin Landivar - May 11, 2023
Two new reports shed light on the status of working women in America and the challenges they face.
The Gift of Technology & Leadership for Teachers: CTechEd
Darnice Marsh, Andrew Hasty - May 08, 2023
During this Teacher Appreciation Week, the Labor-Management Partnership Program is spotlighting CTechEd.
Cooking Up New Opportunities
Office of Public Affairs - May 08, 2023
Jacob, a graduate of the STRIVE Future Leaders workforce development program, on his experience learning about careers in the culinary arts.
How Dr. Betty Fought for Coal Miners
Jennifer Menard - May 05, 2023
Dr. Elizabeth Hayes was a fierce public health advocate who fought for coal miners and their families in the 1940s.
Join the 10th Annual #StandDown4Safety
Damon Bonneau - Apr 28, 2023
Join us May 1-5 to spread the word about the dangers of construction falls and how to prevent them.