The September 11th Worker Protection Task Force considers the long-term health, disability, and compensation needs of individuals who participated in rescue, recovery, or clean-up operations related to the September 11th attacks.

In NYC on September 5, 1882, New Yorkers kicked off what would be the first Labor Day celebration, demonstrating the strength and solidarity of the working class. Nearly 150 years later, the New York State Department of Labor is committed to protecting and promoting workers' safety & health, wages, and working conditions.

Our Digital Career-Readiness Resource Library has lesson plans and presentations created by Teacher Ambassadors to help your class thrive.

NYSDOL defends all New Yorkers from illness, injury, and injustice. We provide education, consultation, and enforcement services to keep workers safe and help businesses achieve compliance with New York State Labor Laws.

We aim to strengthen the economy by providing barrier-free access to programs and services for adults, dislocated workers, youth, and special populations. We can help you find a registered apprenticeship program, career center, or information about exciting career opportunities.

At NYSDOL, we are committed to supporting New Yorkers by helping workers and businesses navigate the unemployment services process. Unemployment Insurance helps eligible workers who lost their job through no fault of their own with weekly payments to offset the loss of income while they look for a new job.