Erin McGee - Aug 14, 2024
Opportunity begins here at Job Corps. On the program’s 60th birthday, we take stock of its legacy and lay out a vision for the next 60 years—and beyond!
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60 years of good, life-changing jobs
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Building a bridge to immigrant and migrant workers
Priscilla Garcia-Ocampo - Aug 14, 2024
We’re working with consulates to ensure that immigrant and migrant workers in the U.S. receive their hard-earned wages, have safe and healthy workplaces, and more.
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Empowering women to take control of their health
Lisa M. Gomez - Aug 12, 2024
Women can take control of their health by learning about key protections under the law for health coverage and taking advantage of them.
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Raising awareness and breaking the silence surrounding minority mental health
Lisa M. Gomez - Jul 30, 2024
We’re raising awareness of protections for job-based mental health and substance use disorder benefits and encouraging everyone to break the silence and stop the stigma when they need help.
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Entrepreneurship Among Disabled People by Industry and Age
David Rosenblum, Christopher McLaren - Jul 29, 2024
This is the second in a pair of posts examining new data on self-employment and business ownership among people with disabilities in the United States.
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Support Systems for Working Families: A Cancer Cabinet Conversation
Joseph Matawaran - Jul 24, 2024
Cancer is the second leading cause of death in the United States. Not on our watch. Our panel showcased our contributions to President Biden's Cancer Moonshot.
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ADA@34: Looking at Access Through a Wider Lens
Taryn M. Williams - Jul 22, 2024
The ADA was a significant achievement. On its 34th anniversary, we must commit to delivering on its ongoing promise. The key is advancing access, in all its different forms.
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Celebrate your financial independence
Lisa M. Gomez - Jul 16, 2024
July is the month we celebrate our nation’s independence, but it can also be when you celebrate your Financial Independence Day by reviewing your financial planning.
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Challenges and choices: Highlights from Triad 2024
Andrew Hasty, Darnice Marsh - Jul 11, 2024
The Triad 2024 conference recently held in New York City brought together practitioners, academics and neutrals in labor affairs to discuss domestic and international labor issues. Here are some key takeaways.