Office of Public Affairs

Through tools like the High Road to the Middle Class map, we are supporting communities across the nation to develop high road training partnerships.

Here are some of the ways the Department of Labor supports working families.

Jacob, a graduate of the STRIVE Future Leaders workforce development program, on his experience learning about careers in the culinary arts.

One of our YouthBuild grantees is teaching young people how to build eco-friendly tiny homes. We met up with 19-year-old Roberto C. Fabela to hear about his experiences in the program and the skills he's gained.

Second Chance Month provides an opportunity to highlight the barriers people face in finding work after incarceration – and the benefits of the programs that help them overcome those challenges.

We recently caught up with Tia Vonil, an electrician with IBEW Local 48, to share more about her experience in the trades.

5 women who helped improve work in America.

Ahead of International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we sat down with MSHA Director of Technical Support Melanie Calhoun to learn more about her career path and advice for other women interested in STEM careers. 

Test your knowledge with our Black History Month labor trivia challenge.

We recently spoke to Gomol, a graduate of STRIVE Future Leaders at Café Reconcile in New Orleans, on his experience becoming a professional chef.