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Business Ownership, Self-Employment and Entrepreneurship Among People with Disabilities Small businesses are the engine of the American economy. They employ just under half of all U.S. workers and comprise more than 99% of…

Mothers’ employment has surpassed pre-pandemic levels, but the child care crisis persists. The COVID-19 pandemic laid bare the precariousness of both employment and the caregiving infrastructure across the country. The huge…

Building the Next Generation of Teachers Through Apprenticeship Teacher Appreciation Week, May 5-10, is our nation’s opportunity to celebrate and recognize the important role teachers play in developing our nation’s future…

Youth Apprenticeship Week is Here! We are excited to celebrate the first Youth Apprenticeship Week (YAW)! From May 5 to 11, 2024, we are celebrating the incredible opportunities that Registered Apprenticeship programs offer to…

A Closer Look: Labor-Management Cooperation in Europe  Many workers around the world celebrated Labor Day (or International Workers Day) on May 1, including those in most countries that make up continental Europe. In honor of…

Charting a Path for Unemployment Insurance Acting Secretary Julie Su provides opening remarks at the UI Transformation Convening.Building on the momentum generated by historic American Rescue Plan Act investments in…

Did You Know? Workers’ Comp Covers Mental Health  Did you know that you may be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits for a mental health injury or illness resulting from work?  Studies show that 30-50% of adults have a…

Taking a Stand to Prevent Falls  Falls continue to be the leading cause of death in the construction industry. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there were 865 fatalities due to slips, trips and falls in 2022. Sadly,…