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Waging the Fight for a Living Wage

Basel Saleh - Apr 30, 2024
The international community has reached a consensus around the idea of a living wage – an important step toward ensuring workers have a decent standard of living.

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How We've Saved 1,000 Trees (and Counting!)

Robin Crisp - Apr 30, 2024
Our digitized filing system has processed more than 1 million legal case documents since launching.

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The Power of Second Chances for Women Who Served Their Time

Marlaina Guillaume - Apr 29, 2024
In the last decade, reentry programs that provide training and support services for justice-involved individuals have proven to be successful evidence-based and community-supported solutions. Read Shan Shan's story in our new blog.

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I am DOL: Paula Comer Supports Wage Recovery and More

Office of Human Resources - Apr 23, 2024
Administrative Specialist Paula Comer, a Schedule A employee, supports a team that makes sure workers can exercise their rights under federal labor law.

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Celebrating Earth Month: The Outlook for Green Jobs

An Nguyen, Sofia Laycock - Apr 18, 2024
Considering a new career? If you’re passionate about protecting the planet, check out these 8 fast-growing jobs with an environmental focus.

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How the FLSA Protected Poleth Ojeda

Karla Falcon - Apr 18, 2024
When Poleth complained about frequently late paychecks, her employer fired her. She reached out to the Wage and Hour Division and got back wages, support and hope for the future.

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Find Your Place in Space

Bureau of Labor Statistics - Apr 05, 2024
If you’re interested in space, you could channel that curiosity into a growing career in a variety of related fields. Here are 10 occupations you’ll find within the space sector – and beyond.

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5 Safe Machinery Practices for Miners

Kevin Deel - Apr 04, 2024
In 2023, 16 miners died in incidents caused by a malfunction, improperly maintained or damaged machinery. Learn about best practices to keep miners safe.

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How One Partnership is Stabilizing the Healthcare Workforce

Darnice Marsh - Apr 02, 2024
H-CAP brings together healthcare industry employers, local unions, training organizations, colleges and government representative to make the industry better for workers, patients and employers.

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