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October 2024 · Domestic Workers Economic Situation Report

Nov 01 2024

The most recent Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Employment Situation Report shows slowed employment growth likely due to labor strikes and the impact of recent hurricanes, and no change in the unemployment rate. NDWA’s October data shows that joblessness decreased slightly among surveyed domestic workers. While this is still within the lower end of joblessness rates we have seen since the pandemic began, it remains over the rate of 9% who reported having no jobs before COVID-19.

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September 2024 · Domestic Workers Economic Situation Report

Oct 08 2024

The most recent Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Employment Situation Report shows job growth above market expectations in September, and the general unemployment rate ticked down. NDWA’s September data shows that joblessness remained at 18%. After fluctuating between 15% and 16% for five months, joblessness increased to 18% in August and remained the same in September. While this is still within the lower end of joblessness rates we’ve seen since the COVID-19 pandemic began, it remains twice the rate of 9% who reported having no jobs before the pandemic.

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August 2024 · Domestic Workers Economic Situation Report

Sep 09 2024

The most recent Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Employment Situation Report shows job growth below market expectation in August, and the general unemployment rate ticked down as expected. NDWA’s August data shows that joblessness for surveyed domestic workers increased to 18% in August after remaining between 15-16% since March 2024. It also remains above the rate of 9% who reported having no jobs before COVID-19.

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July 2024 · Domestic Workers Economic Situation Report

Aug 06 2024

The most recent Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Employment Situation Report shows nonfarm payroll job growth was below market expectations, and the unemployment rate rose slightly. NDWA’s July data shows that joblessness for surveyed domestic workers remained steady at 15% in July. It remains higher than the rate of 9% who reported having no jobs before COVID-19.

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June 2024 · Domestic Workers Economic Situation Report

Jul 22 2024

The most recent Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Employment Situation Report shows job growth slightly above market expectation in June, and the general unemployment rate ticked up. NDWA’s June data shows a tick downward to 15% in joblessness for surveyed domestic workers. Joblessness has stabilized between 15% and 16% since March. However, it remains above the rate of 9% who reported having no jobs before COVID-19.

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May 2024 · Domestic Workers Economic Situation Report

Jun 07 2024

The most recent Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Employment Situation Report shows nonfarm payroll job growth was well above market expectations, while the unemployment rate ticked up slightly. NDWA’s May data shows that joblessness increased minimally for surveyed domestic workers, from 15% in March and April to 16% in May. Joblessness remains higher than the rate of 9% who reported having no jobs before COVID-19.

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April 2024 · Domestic Workers Economic Situation Report

May 03 2024

The most recent Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Employment Situation Report shows nonfarm payroll job growth was below market expectations, while the unemployment rate ticked up. NDWA’s April data shows that joblessness remained steady in April for surveyed domestic workers. However, joblessness remains higher than the rate of 9% who reported having no jobs before COVID-19.

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March 2024 · Domestic Workers Economic Situation Report

Apr 10 2024

The most recent Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Employment Situation Report shows job growth above market expectation in March, and the general unemployment rate ticked down. NDWA’s March data shows a decrease to 15% in joblessness for surveyed domestic workers. Joblessness has decreased for four consecutive months. While this is within the lower end of joblessness rates we have seen since the pandemic began, it remains over the rate of 9% who reported having no jobs before COVID-19.

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Care Can’t Wait: Improving Care and Care Jobs Together

Apr 02 2024

Learn more about the impact and and accomplishments of the historic Executive Order on Increasing Access to High-Quality Care and Supporting Caregivers. Created in partnership with SEIU, this PDF provides an overview of the Biden administration's Care Infrastructure and Economy Opportunity Plan. It outlines the key components of the plan, including investments in home and community-based care, childcare, and workforce development. Additionally, it highlights the importance of passing legislation to support these initiatives and addresses the critical need for equitable care solutions.

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February 2024 · Domestic Workers Economic Situation Report

Mar 08 2024

The most recent Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Employment Situation Report shows payroll job growth was above market expectations, while the unemployment rate ticked up. NDWA’s February data shows a decrease to 19% in joblessness for surveyed domestic workers after three months of remaining between 21 and 20%. However, joblessness remains higher than the rate of 9% who reported having no jobs before COVID-19.

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