The paper outlines major changes in the labor force over the last few decades, specifically as they relate to mature women. Variations in the quantity of labor force activity, reentry problems, the quality of labor force activity of mature women, and their occupations and earnings are considered. (Author/AG)

The work force is expected to expand to 101.8 million by 1980. Rate of growth will then decline, reaching 107.7 million by 1985 and 112.6 million by 1990. Projected data are presented in text, graphs, and tables compared with actual 1960 and 1970 figures. Numbers and percentages are divided according to sex and age. (MS)

This document provides statistical information on the employment of people with disabilities. Data included in the book are derived from national surveys and other analyses by federal agencies. Each of the four sections in the publication address an aspect of work and disability. Section 1, "Prevalence of Disability among Working-age People,"…

Research synthesized from three studies of the Finnish labor market indicates that a rapidly changing working life in Finland (and the rest of Europe) sets many different challenges for the workforce. In Finland, the population is even more aged than in the other European Union (EU) member states, and the transition of older workers to retirement…