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Welcome to our story hub—a place where every voice, experience, and perspective comes together. Here, you’ll find all the stories we’ve shared across the site, from inspiring journeys and insightful interviews to behind-the-scenes moments and community highlights. Whether you’re looking to catch up, explore something new, or simply get inspired, this is your gateway to everything we’ve been talking about.

  • NYC Planning is hiring!

    Help us plan for the future of NYC with an equity lens. We’re looking for: planners data specialists urban designers IT pros and more with diverse views and backgrounds. Apply by October 25th  at nyc.gov/planning  

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  • SUNY Morrisville SEEKS A CSTEP Associate Director

    About SUNY Morrisville: SUNY Morrisville, a college that leverages the expansive resources of the State University of New York, is a model of innovative applied education. Located in the center of New York State, the college offers students hands on, experiential learning in modern classrooms and specialized facilities, many of which are rare or one-of-a-kind…

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  • JOIN THE U.S DEPARTMENT OF LABOR TEAM TODAY

    WE WORK, SO AMERICA WORKS The U.S. Department of Labor wants you… Do you care about protecting workers, improving working conditions, ensuring workplace justice, and creating opportunities for all workers to advance? Do you want to support employers who play by the rules and build a strong economy where everyone gets a fair shot? If…

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  • Publications, Podcasts and Commentary by SLU Faculty, Staff and Alumni

    Ruth Milkman and Stephanie Luce have published their annual report on the geographic, demographic, and occupational makeup of union membership in New York City, New York State, and the nation. This new study considers the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and the resulting lockdowns, which generated vast job losses across the United States. The New…

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