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The Six Triple Eight: The True Story Behind Tyler Perry’s New Netflix Movie

Plus, the release date and trailer for this tale of trailblazing women of color during World War II.

How Do Tarot Readers and Astrologists Actually Make a Living?

“I never put a cap on how many readings I took, out of fear.”

California Subjects People Like Me to Modern-Day Slavery

But voters have a chance to end forced prison labor in November.

How Community Organizing Is Changing the Fashion Industry for Workers and Beyond

During a special event cohosted by Teen Vogue, climate and labor activists explain the ways organizing is changing the industry.

Republicans Are Pretending to Be Pro-Labor — Don’t Fall for It

Let’s check the tape.

What Young Workers Need to Know About Paid Leave

Paid sick leave is the top workplace benefit young adults prioritize.

Kids Are Working in America’s Meatpacking Plants

Migrant children are being employed at chicken plants.

How to Get a Job in Progressive Politics or Organizing

Yes, you can get paid to work on issues that matter to you.

Young People From Low-Income Backgrounds Do a Different Kind of Unpaid Labor

It’s often discounted and undervalued.

This New Supreme Court Ruling Will Transform Every Part of Your Life

It’s hard to overstate just how big of a deal the Chevron decision is.

There’s No Such Thing As ‘Making It’

Samhita Mukhopadhyay’s new book unpacks the lies we tell ourselves about work.

Models Just Took a Huge Step Toward Fighting Exploitation in Fashion

“Hopefully this is going to prevent a lot of abuse."

Too Many Workplace Dress Codes Leave LGBTQ People Out

Fashion norms are changing. Dress codes should too.

We Work for Politicians Who Run This Country — Here’s Why We Unionized

Our employers “wield extraordinary power in society.”

Unionizing Brought My Compensation from $0 to $2,850

Why resident assistants at Tufts and beyond are forming unions.

Teen Vogue Staffers Share How They Paid for College

“Money dictated where I went.”

Here's How to Negotiate a Salary Offer

Making a counteroffer teaches you how to advocate for yourself at work.

Clean Air Club Is Organizing Musicians to Make COVID-Safer Shows and Spaces

"I don't have to choose between my values and my desire for connection.”

How a 1911 Garment Factory Fire Completely Changed How We Protect Workers Today

And why we still need to continue the fight.

What Are Your Rights at Work As a Young Person?

Exploitation of young people on the job is way too common.