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At the U.S. Department of Labor, we’re committed to helping America’s employees and employers work together to promote workplace well-being — especially considering the challenges of the past two years. Fostering supportive, mental-health-friendly workplaces is always a priority for us, but we’re paying special attention to these issues throughout May, which is Mental Health Awareness Month. For workers with mental

[embedded content] Every year in America, 1 in 5 adults experiences some form of mental illness, 1 in 20 experiences a serious mental illness and 17 million experience a substance use disorder and mental illness. Despite the prevalence of mental health conditions, there’s still a stigma around discussing mental health and its treatment, especially at work – but there shouldn’t

Today, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that the American economy added 428,000 jobs in the month of April, and the unemployment rate was 3.6 percent, unchanged from March. A few facts:➡️ Since President Joe Biden took office, we’ve created 8.3 million jobs ➡️ We’ve added an average of more than 500,000 new jobs per month in 2022 ➡️ Job

En español [embedded content] For too many workers, payday comes with an unpleasant surprise. They’ve worked hard throughout the pay period and they’re looking forward to receiving their paycheck. They need it to support a family, to pay bills, or to enjoy a weekend trip with friends. But when the paycheck comes, it’s short. The U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage

The pandemic has shone a spotlight on many aspects of work and family obligations in the U.S. and the myriad ways in which these competing sets of responsibilities sometimes pose untenable trade-offs for working parents. Nowhere is this more apparent than in access to leave and work flexibilities, especially for those with caregiving responsibilities. For many parents, balancing work and

Two weeks ago, the Office of Workers’ Compensation Programs announced policy changes aimed at streamlining claims processing for federal firefighters with certain occupational illnesses. Background Historically, firefighters faced challenges in establishing causation between cancers or occupational diseases they may develop through their unique past exposure to toxic, harmful substances during work duties. Recent research suggests firefighters and other federal employees

At the U.S. Department of Labor’s Job Corps program, we like to say that we’re the place where setbacks turn into comebacks. We’re proud to have had over 3 million alumni pass through our doors, and are committed to supporting all our students in their journeys toward finding meaningful employment. But during Mental Health Awareness Month, it’s important to remember

Hurricane season is coming, and the time to prepare is now. Recent years have seen increased hurricane activity, and many situations with rapid intensification occur before landfall, leaving little time for last-minute preparations. By planning ahead, you can ensure your workers stay safe and weather the storm. Atlantic hurricane season June 1-Nov. 30 Eastern North Pacific hurricane season May 15-Nov.

The U.S. Department of Labor is proud to support the Small Business Administration’s National Small Business Week. This year’s theme, Building a Better America Through Entrepreneurship, acknowledges small businesses from across the country for their resilience, ingenuity and creativity through challenging times. The department seeks to empower all workers, whether as employees or as entrepreneurs. We help connect small businesses

Public Service Recognition Week is an annual observance that honors the people who serve our nation as federal, state, county, local and tribal government employees. This year, to celebrate Public Service Recognition Week, we’re recognizing the hardworking people who make up our federal workforce and looking to federal workers of the future. Which occupations in the federal government are projected