| Raising worker voices, a message on harassment, celebrating Native American heritage and more |
U.S. Department of Labor | | November 30, 2023 |
| $1.2M in back wages for construction workers Wage and Hour Division investigators found 21 construction companies working on a federally assisted housing development in Wisconsin violated federal laws, leading to the recovery of more than $1.2 million in prevailing and overtime wages for 142 construction workers. |
| How to prevent gender-based violence and harassment at work As people around the world are recognizing 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, the leaders of OSHA and the Women's Bureau share tips for employers on preventing gender-based violence and harassment in their workplaces. |
| Protecting retirement savings Military members and their families can face special caregiving challenges, and some states provide paid family and medical leave for military-related and caregiving needs. See what's covered in your state. |
| | Healthy workplaces A flu vaccine can reduce your risk of serious illness. Find OSHA guidance for workers and employers on reducing the spread of seasonal flu in workplaces. | | |
| | Retirement benefit guidance If you apply for Social Security or Medicare benefits and receive a notice from the Social Security Administration, you may be entitled to a retirement benefit. | | |
| | American Job Centers Looking for a job? American Job Centers can help you get started and veterans can receive one-on-one career support. | | |
| Caring for caregivers Healthcare workers care for those who cant always take care of themselves, an essential service for families and communities. Unfortunately, wage violations are not uncommon in the industry. When Melyssa reached out for assistance, our team got her thousands of overdue back wages that helped her put groceries on the table. |
| Native American Heritage Month Chief Diversity and Equity Officer Alaysia Black Hackett and former Tribal Liaison Theresa Lujan recently discussed challenges faced by workers from Native American and Tribal communities. By raising awareness of these issues and working with Tribes to close those gaps, we're working to build an inclusive and equitable society for all. |
| Good jobs change lives. #Apprenticeships can get you started. Ariel Cruz shares how an apprenticeship set him on the road to career success. https://apprenticeship.gov #NAW2023
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