Governor’s Weekly Message Transcript: Sustaining Delaware’s Strong Economy through Employment Growth
Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Date Posted: Friday, October 7, 2016
Delaware’s economy today is strong, with the lowest unemployment rate in a decade and job growth that leads the region. But that doesn’t happen by accident. Businesses today can choose to locate just about anywhere, and the Markell Administration works tirelessly to attract and retain employers — from the largest corporations that hire thousands of Delawareans, to our small businesses who collectively employ more people than any other sector, to entrepreneurs and start-ups with the next great idea.
Governor’s Weekly Message: Advancing Employment Opportunities for Individuals of All Abilities
Delaware Health and Social Services | Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Kent County | New Castle County | Newsroom | Sussex County | Date Posted: Friday, September 30, 2016
Wilmington, DE – In a guest weekly message, Department of Health and Social Services Secretary Rita Landgraf discusses the Markell Administration’s efforts to create employment opportunities for people of all abilities through initiatives like the Pathways to Employment program, and thanks employers who embrace the skills and talents of all of our people.
Governor’s Weekly Message Transcript: Advancing Employment Opportunities for Individuals of All Abilities
Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Date Posted: Friday, September 30, 2016
Last week, Governor Markell and I joined young people with disabilities, their parents and advocates as we celebrated the success of Pathways to Employment. Pathways supports young people age 14 to 25 as they make their transition from school to the world of work.
Governor Markell issues executive order creating firearm suicide prevention task force
Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, September 27, 2016
Governor Markell announced today that he has signed an Executive Order that brings a diverse coalition of stakeholders together to reduce the number of suicides by firearm. It builds upon sustained work across Delaware over more than a decade to understand the many causes and factors that lead to suicide, raise awareness, and promote strategies to reduce suicide.
Governor Markell announces next step to support diversity in state employment and a welcoming environment for all employees
Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Monday, September 26, 2016
Today, Governor Jack Markell announced the latest step in his administration’s support to improve upon the working climate in State government and toward ensuring that, as Delaware’s largest employer, the state becomes a model for addressing any form of workplace discrimination.
