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New tool connects miners with vital health resources Imagine this scenario: John, a miner in his late 30s, realizes he has developed shortness of breath, and his symptoms have been getting worse. A fellow miner recommends…
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Updated federal grant guidance will help create good jobs Recently, the Biden-Harris administration issued important updates to the Office of Management and Budget’s Guidance for Federal Financial Assistance, also known as the…
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For men, taking care of your family means taking care of yourself June is not only when we celebrate Father’s Day but also when we observe Men’s Health Month. This is no coincidence since we know that many men, particularly…
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Caribbean roots inspire service to others Regional Solicitor Samantha Thomas I am Samantha Thomas, the daughter of immigrants that came to the United States from the Caribbean in the 1960s. My father hails from the…
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New tools to help rural workers get good jobs Rural America has an abundance of talent, and during the Biden-Harris administration its poverty rates have declined. This year, the administration is offering new tools to advance…
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Gender-based violence and harassment is a workplace safety and health issue Everyone deserves to stay safe and healthy at work – but over the past several years, news stories have made clear that gender-based violence and…
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All we really need to know we learned on the farm: A Pride Month celebration “Working for the Employer and Workplace Policy Team at ODEP is a dream come true. On the farm so many years ago, I wanted to change the world. Now I…
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Holistic path to success for Delaware students “Everyone you don’t want…we’ll take. We don’t care who you are, we’ll provide the resources.”This is the mentality it takes to offer comprehensive training, education and life…
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Empowering LGBTQI+ workers: 7 key workplace protections and resources In today’s diverse workforce, the U.S. Department of Labor is a committed advocate for the rights of LGBTQI+ workers. It’s not just about following the law;…
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Avoiding elder financial abuse Elder abuse, including financial exploitation and fraud, is sadly a growing problem. In fact, elderly individuals across America suffer an approximate annual loss of $2.6 billion due to financial…
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