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Employment and Unemployment

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Employment and Unemployment

The Office of New York City Public Advocate Jumaane D. Williams advocates for dignified employment and unemployment protections for all.

Elizabeth Kennedy, Deputy Public Advocate of Education and Opportunity speaking to a diverse group of people on the steps of New York City Hall at a rally holding black and red banners with the logo of organization Los Deliveristas Unidos (Delivery Workers United) whose mission is to support delivery workers.
Public Advocate Jumaane D. Williams at a rally speaking to a diverse group of people gathered around him at New York City Hall Park. A few people are holding a white banner with blue and red writing that says “Pass the Unemployment Bridge Program” whose mission is to address system gaps that unjustly exclude vulnerable workers who need unemployment protection.

Public Advocate's Youth Resource Guide

Seeking employment? Check the Public Advocate's Youth Resource guide

New York State Unemployment Assistance

The New York State Department of Labor provides worker protection including unemployment compensation. Call (888)209-8124.

Department of Labor: Unemployment Benefit Process

A step by step guide to collecting unemployment.

Department of Labor: Unemployment Insurance Guide

Help understanding your unemployment rights. Call (855) 528-5618.

Unemployment Insurance Appeal Board

Denied unemployment benefits? Get help from the appeals board or call (518) 402-0205.

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David N. Dinkins Municipal Building
1 Centre Street 15th Floor North
New York, NY 10007

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