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Equal Rights
Our Mission
The Equal Rights Division helps make Wisconsin a better place to live and work by protecting the rights of workers and job seekers and engaging with employers to achieve compliance with the laws we administer.
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When can my child begin working if I get their work permit online?
How do I pay for my child's work permit fee when applying for the permit online?
What is MyWisconsin ID, and do I need one?
My parents paid my work permit fee, but my employer hasn't reimbursed me yet. What do I do?
ERD Launches New Database
This application is a searchable database that allows contracting entities to demonstrate employer compliance with the substance abuse prevention requirements for public works and public utility projects.
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MyWisconsin ID
The State of Wisconsin and the Department of Workforce Development are moving toward a single personal account for each citizen to secure private access to participating Wisconsin government resources. With a single account you will be able to access to multiple State of Wisconsin applications that are available.
DWD Contact Information
201 E. Washington Ave
P.O. Box 7946
Madison, WI 53707
(608) 266-3131
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