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Lacey Houle - Oct 02, 2023
A former business assistant at a dental center in Indiana is proud of standing up for her overtime pay rights and urges others to do the same.
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What U.S.-Brazil Collaboration Means for Workers
Thea Lee - Sep 29, 2023
A new partnership with Brazil will help strengthen workers' rights, promote decent work and end labor exploitation.
Examining 50 years of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973- Advancing Access and Equity for individuals with disabilities
Taryn M. Williams - Sep 28, 2023
This year, we mark the 50th anniversary of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Rehab Act), the first federal law to address civil rights and equal employment opportunity for people with disabilities.
Using Grants to Promote Gender and Racial Equity in the Workforce
Eleanor Delamater, Ashlyn King, Kate Miceli, Elyse Shaw - Sep 28, 2023
Learn how we use our grantmaking “superpower.”
Top Skills for 3 High-Performing Technology Teams
Liliya Emmet - Sep 26, 2023
Are you interested in making a difference in the lives of America’s workers? Here are the type of skills we look for on our tech teams.
Enforcement is Key to Ending Global Child Labor
Marcia Eugenio - Sep 26, 2023
As we approach the UN’s 2025 deadline to eradicate child labor in all its forms, we urge all governments to protect children and adults from exploitation.
Hispanic Women Elevating Workers’ Rights
Alaysia Black Hackett - Sep 25, 2023
Hispanic women have made significant contributions to the labor movement in America.
See Yourself in Cybersecurity
Karl Hellmann - Sep 22, 2023
Looking for a challenging and rewarding career path? Cybersecurity is one of the fastest growing industries.
Data Spotlight: Growing Food Service Jobs
Bill Lawhorn - Sep 22, 2023
The demand is growing for workers who prepare, serve and deliver meals in restaurants, businesses and schools.