Women In The Workforce
Refugees bring valuable language skills
Many refugees are highly skilled but struggle to find work. Now, an online language teaching service taps into their talents and helps them earn incomes.
Turkish American women tackle the challenges of government
Turkish Americans proudly serve in the U.S. government, part of the diverse community that makes U.S. foreign policy so strong.
New U.S. coins will honor heroic American women
The U.S. Mint will begin honoring notable American women on currency in 2022. Find out more about two women selected to appear on U.S. quarters.
The Biden-Harris administration is the most diverse ever
A government that looks like America is a Biden administration priority — and new data shows this is the most diverse government in America’s history.
Meet the woman who represents the United States in trade
Katherine C. Tai was recently sworn in as the 19th U.S. trade representative. Learn more about her and her priorities here.
As U.S. students show appreciation for teachers, they can touch the...
First lady Jill Biden and second gentleman Douglas Emhoff are not the first educators to take on ceremonial White House roles.
Meet the Burmese American who led NASA’s flight on Mars [video]
NASA is using a small helicopter to explore Mars. Learn more about the Burmese American woman who helped make Ingenuity's historic flight possible.
Women tackle firefighting’s risks and rewards
Women in the United States are rising up the ranks of firefighting and leading all-female crews in a field traditionally dominated by men. Learn more here.
State Department creates new position to advocate for diplomatic diversity
Ambassador Gina Abercrombie-Winstanley will be the U.S. Department of State's first chief diversity and inclusion officer. Learn more here.