How Labor Unions Are Navigating AI
Labor unions have an important role to play in ensuring that AI is a win-win for workers and employers.
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Ongoing Change
State updates to New America's published report ranking states on their use or elimination of subminimum wage, as well as state programs ai
The President’s FY25 Budget Request: What’s in It for Education?
New America's education and labor team summarizes the education provisions in the president's FY25 budget request.
Young Children with Disabilities Deserve a Strong Early Intervention and Early Childhood Special Education Workforce
Who makes up the workforce? What are current workforce challenges and what strategies exist to address such challenges?
It’s Time for a New Approach to Workforce Development
As Congress takes up WIOA reauthorization, we call for abold approach that puts workers and their welfare at the center of federal policy.
Universities Say They Promote Economic Development, But How?
It's more than billion-dollar numbers in press releases. The complex world of university-based economic development - explained.
Biden Administration’s New Executive Order Leverages Federal Resources to Boost Apprenticeships and Worker Training
President Biden signed an executive Order that will expand the use of Registered Apprenticeships in and beyond the federal government.
U.S. Department of Labor Appoints Taylor White to the Advisory Committee on Apprenticeship
Taylor White was appointed to the Advisory Committee on Apprenticeship at the Department of Labor.
Education Requirements for Early Educators: How D.C. Is Doing It
Supports include scholarships, pathways, funds for increased compensation and benefits, and recognizing the experiences of current educators
If “Outcomes Are Key” in Higher Education, Why Do Accreditors Oppose Minimum Standards for Colleges?
Accreditors are meant to ensure that colleges provide students with a high quality education. So, why are they setting minimum standards?
$100 Million Federal Funding Opportunity Will Support States’ Apprenticeship Expansion Efforts
Federal grant program provides avenues for states to advance youth apprenticeship
Families and Providers Can’t Wait for the Early Care and Education System They Deserve
While we keep pushing for an ideal ECE system, employer-sponsored benefits can help some families and providers stay afloat.
