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Young Adults Need Targeted Support in Recovery Efforts
Recessions hit young adults hard. Overlooking their needs in federal stimulus efforts would be a costly mistake.
Groundswell: Bridging the Gaps
In this week's installment, New America Local spotlights nonprofit initiatives, community solidarity, and a makeshift COVID-19 hospital.
4/8 FCC Emergency Request For USF Support to Bridge Homework Gap
Americans Are Trying to Shelter in Place—But They May End Up Losing Their Homes
The pandemic is threatening housing for millions of Americans. Cities and states are leading the way in protecting them.
COVID and the Black Community: Supporting Black Businesses
New America Indianapolis and The Indianapolis Recorder discuss Black business and COVID-19 with entrepreneurs, policymakers, and leaders.
DOL issues new funding opportunity to support youth apprenticeship expansion
A new $42.5m grant initiative will support partnerships working to develop programs that serve more youth apprentices in more industries.
We’re on the Brink of Cyberpunk
It’s not just the technology, surveillance, and dystopian vibes—it’s the culmination of decades of deliberate governmental erosion.
Labor Department Finalizes Regulations for a New Industry-Recognized Apprenticeship System
Labor Dept. finalized rule governing industry-recognized apprenticeship programs and the non-governmental bodies that will monitor them.
New Alleged Civilian Casualties in Somalia Puts U.S. AFRICOM in the Hot Seat
Counting All Kids Amid COVID-19: How Early Education Advocates Are Supporting the Census
Advocates were planning census parties, printing flyers, designing census onesies and bibs, and more. Then, the COVID-19 crisis hit.
Healthcare Workers on the Front Lines of Coronavirus Don’t Get Expanded Paid Sick Leave Protections
Critics say the exemption hurts nurses and doctors, who have already complained about their lack of protective equipment.