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How opinion letters empower workers and employers

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Why choose apprenticeship? 4 tips from a sheet metal worker

Standing down to prevent falls

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The Exploitation of Garment Workers: Threading the Needle on Fast Fashion

Ruben Rosalez - Mar 21, 2023
Garment workers who make the looks you love are paid some of the lowest wages in the nation, sometimes as little as $1.58 per hour – and these workers produce clothing for many retailers you know.

Homeless Veterans’ Reintegration Program Helps Native American Veteran Get Back on His Feet

Dana Kelly - Mar 17, 2023
Once facing unemployment and housing instability, today veteran Wil Lowe is thriving and is an advocate for the Homeless Veterans’ Reintegration Program.

Chart showing Projected Labor Force Changes for Women 2021-31.

Working Women: Data from the Past, Present and Future

Christine Machovec - Mar 15, 2023
For Women’s History Month, we’re highlighting data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics on working women in the labor force from the past, present and future.

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11 Quotes from Women Labor Leaders

Jordan Steinberg - Mar 02, 2023
In honor of Women’s History Month, here are eleven inspiring quotes from women labor leaders.

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Successfully Navigating Hybrid Work - the OCIO Way

Thomas Flagg - Feb 28, 2023
We understand that as work changes for the public and our own staff, so too does IT support. That's why we’re constantly evaluating and adapting which tools and strategies best support the department’s mission.

Clarissa Romero stands smiling at a construction site, wearing a hardhat labeled "OSHA" and a reflective vest.

I am DOL: Clarissa Romero on Keeping Workers Safe on the Job

Office of Human Resources - Feb 24, 2023
Clarissa Romero, a safety and health compliance officer in the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, helps make sure that workers come home safe at the end of every shift.

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IT Company Recognized for Hiring Veterans

Karla Langham - Feb 24, 2023
Our HIRE Vets Medallion Award recognizes exceptional employer efforts to recruit, employ and retain veterans.

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Making a Career of Caring for Others

Dustin Riles, Emily Rolen - Feb 15, 2023
If you’re interested in making a career of helping others, check out these seven growing jobs.

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5 Women to Celebrate This Galentine’s Day

Office of Public Affairs - Feb 13, 2023
5 women who helped improve work in America.

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