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A construction worker sits outside in the shade, holding his hard hat in one hand and drinking water from a clear plastic bottle.

8 things to know about OSHA’s proposed heat rule

Celebrate the 10th anniversary of National Apprenticeship Week!

2024 NDEAM poster shows a road leading to round photos of diverse disabled workers in various workplaces. Says “Access to Good Jobs for All, National Disability Employment Awareness Month, #NDEAM and dol.gov/odep."

Advancing Access to Good Jobs for All

Five workers wearing white use large rakes in a large pile of cotton.

New global child and forced labor reporting: 3 takeaways

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Collage showing immigrant workers in different occupations with the text "Labor Rights Week, August 30 to September 3. dol.gov/LaborRightsWeek"

Labor Rights Week: Making Workplaces Safe and Fair for All

Jim Frederick, Jessica Looman - Aug 26, 2021
Every worker has the same right to a safe and healthful workplace under federal law, regardless of immigration status.

Image of Jessica Derby with three other early childhood experts at a daycare with a few children.

An Early Childhood Expert on Reimagining Child Care

Office of Public Affairs - Aug 24, 2021
Jessica Derby, child care program manager at Patagonia, shares her thoughts on the importance of child care and what kinds of investments we need to support America's families.

Celebrating 57 Years of Job Corps

Rachel Torres - Aug 20, 2021
Over the past 57 years, Job Corps has helped nearly 3 million students develop the skills they need to pursue meaningful careers and connecting them with employers seeking skilled workers in high-growth industries.

VETS-4212 Filing Season is Here!

Kenan Torrans - Aug 12, 2021
Are you a federal contractor or subcontractor? If so, it’s time to mark your calendars for VETS-4212 filing season!

Secretary Marty Walsh walking in a yellow vest towards a construction site.

American Job Centers Can Help You on Your Job Search

Secretary Marty Walsh - Aug 11, 2021
At the Department of Labor, we focus on protecting the health and safety of workers as we carefully reopen our economy. And we are also here to support you if you’re looking for your next job opportunity.

Secretary Marty Walsh with Rep. Katie Porter at a daycare in California.

An Economist’s View on the Care Economy

Office of Public Affairs - Aug 11, 2021
We asked Dr. Folbre to share more of her thoughts on the care economy – and what kind of investments will support America’s care infrastructure – as we continue to recover and build a more inclusive economy.

In August 2021, Secretary Marty Walsh visited the New Immigrant Community Empowerment in New York, an organization that has used Susan Harwood grant funds to provide safety and health training to immigrant workers. NY Nail Salon Workers Training School Instructor Blanca Vidal is fifth from the left and NYCOSH Executive Director Charlene Obernauer is third from the left.

How the Susan Harwood Grant Supports Immigrant Workers and their Communities

Office of Public Affairs - Aug 10, 2021
Blanca Vidal, an instructor at the NY Nail Salon Workers Training School, and Charlene Obernauer, the Executive Director of NYCOSH, share how the Susan Harwood grant program has helped keep immigrant workers informed and safe.

Former ODEP Assistant Secretary Neil Romano stands in front of a podium at a ceremony where he was sworn in as the Chairman of the National Council on Disability.

ODEP at 20: Leading Voices – Neil Romano

Jennifer Sheehy - Aug 09, 2021
Highlights from a conversation between the Office of Disability Employment Policy's Jennifer Sheehy and Neil Romano, who was assistant secretary of the agency from 2008 to 2009.

Secretary Marty Walsh joins St. Louis county workers and union workers at a bridge reconstruction site.

July’s Jobs Report: Signs of Progress

Secretary Marty Walsh - Aug 06, 2021
This robust and sustained job growth is built on the Biden-Harris administration’s progress getting people vaccinated and investing in America’s workers, businesses and communities.

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