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Category Archives: Equal Opportunity
Using Money When You Can’t See It
How does someone who is visually impaired distinguish a $1 bill from a $5 or a $20? It’s nearly impossible—U.S. paper currency is all the same size, same general design, and has the same texture. But there’s also no simple … Continue reading
A Seat in the Boardroom
Women’s history month is not only a time to celebrate women’s accomplishments, but also a time to reflect on their progress, particularly in positions of leadership. In honor of International Women’s Day, today’s WatchBlog examines the representation of women on … Continue reading
General Issues with the General Schedule
Outside of the government, people may think all feds are the same. Inside, however, is an entire classification system for government workers. This was launched back in 1949, and, since then, much has changed. Today’s WatchBlog takes a look at … Continue reading
Women on Corporate Boards (infographic)
Women account for almost half the nation’s workforce. How do they fare higher up the corporate ladder? We looked into women’s representation on corporate boards by analyzing data and talking to CEOs, board directors, and others. Check out our latest … Continue reading
Opening the Door to Employment: The ADA at 25
On July 26, Americans mark the 25th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act. This landmark piece of civil rights legislation called for the full participation of individuals with disabilities in society—including in the workforce.
Mobility Ability: 25 Years of ADA Transit Services
Millions of Americans wake up knowing they must use some sort of public transportation during the day, whether for commuting, shopping, banking, getting to the doctor, or visiting friends and family.