Department of Labor: Investing in Apprenticeships; Leading on Leave; Meet Dolly
Friday, September 11, 2015
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Apprenticeships are critical to the strength of our nation’s workforce and our economy, and we are investing in apprenticeship. The department is awarding$175 million to 46 granteesacross the country to develop or expand apprenticeships in high-growth industries. It’s a cutting-edge investment, creating opportunity for thousands.
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About 40 million Americans are not able to earn or accrue paid sick time. But, as Secretary of Labor Tom Perez notes, the government can be amodel for change. A new presidential executive order requires federal contractors to offer their employees up to seven days of paid sick leave per year.
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James Cannon had trouble finding a good job after leaving the Army; he even cleaned hotels to make ends meet. Then a serious illness left him unemployed. But thanks to a hand up from Goodwill, he’s now using his skills to support himself and help others.
Read his story.
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