Honoring the Role of Women in the Passage of the Family and Medical Leave Act

Jessica Looman
The passage of the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 exemplifies how the struggle for fairness and equity has benefited America’s workers and families.

Taking Care of Ourselves: Health and Money Smarts for Women

Lisa M. Gomez
This Women's History Month, we're sharing tips to help you learn more about your rights and options when it comes to safeguarding your health and planning for retirement.

They Persevered: Honoring Three Georgia Women Behind the Landmark Olmstead Decision

Office of Disability Employment Policy
This year marks the 25th anniversary of a seminal moment in disability rights history and American history—the Supreme Court’s landmark decision in Olmstead v. L.C. —which found that the unjustified segregation of disabled people into institutions was discrimination.

Equity for Black Artists in the Entertainment Industry

Nicole Jackson Mansch, Alaysia Black Hackett
Through a series of live performances and a panel discussion hosted by Acting Secretary of Labor Julie Su, we highlighted the contributions of Black artists and workers while addressing equity issues in the arts and entertainment industry.

Record Profit, Questionable Protections: The State of Workers’ Comp

Christopher J. Godfrey
We found several concerning trends in a new report on the workers’ compensation system, raising serious questions about whether the system is fulfilling its obligation to those injured or sickened on the job.

Making it Easier for Miners to Get the Health Care They Need

Chris Williamson
We know miners and their families face challenges in accessing critical health care and support services. That’s why we’ve created a new tool that can help.