For Federal Workforce

Federal Resistance

Also see additional resources at What Can I Do? page

NSF Grant Termination Information Collection Form Please use this form to submit information identifying specific NSF grants that have been cancelled for any reason after January 20, 2025. We are tracking these grants to increase transparency, organize affected PIs, and facilitate responses, including via litigation. Please share the form as widely as possible with your networks.
Are you at NSF and have information on grant terminations? Report them here! Click link to go to form.

NIH Grant Terminations in 2025 – Are you at NIH and have information on grant terminations? Report them here!

‪Scott Delaney‬ ‪@scott-delaney.bsky.social‬ · 13d 🚨🚨 Here we go! 🚨🚨 @protectdemocracy.org , @cspi.bsky.social , and @aclu.org have sued RFK and his cronies at HHS to halt illegal grant terminations. www.courtlistener.com/docket/69835...
If you have information on cancelled grants, submit it at this Google Form. Find this later under For Federal Workers/Tell Your Stories
@DoNotTurnOnUs Organizing civilians, veterans and active duty military to refuse fascist orders Call To Action Flyer/Brochure Outreach/Action How-To Guide
Resource page with the goal of appealing to active duty military and National Guard not to comply with unlawful orders. Click image to go to website. Find it later on the Insurrection Act resource page and For Federal Workers page.
The New York Times OPINION THE EDITORIAL BOARD A Playbook for Standing Up to President Trump April 6, 2025
We understand why the leaders of major institutions are nervous. Taking on the president of the United States requires courage. This is a moment for courage. Click image to go to article.
OPINION GUEST ESSAY A Different Kind of Anti-Trump Resistance Is Brewing April 5, 2025
“[Federal workers are] uniquely well positioned to lead a new kind of resistance — more mainstream and grounded than the last one, and powerful enough to mobilize millions of Americans under its banner.” Click image to go to New York Times editorial.
federalworkersagainstdoge 83 posts 12.5K followers 117 following Federal Workers Against DOGE Standing w/ federal workers against a corporate coup led by DOGE. Text NoDOGE to 51905. Job Fairs daily @ Senate
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How to leak to a journalist Planning to leak? Read these tips first. By LAURA HAZARD OWEN April 2, 2025, 2:38 p.m.
“I know it’s appealing to be instrumental in helping a reporter break a story, and god knows reporters love breaking stories,” says Marisa Kabas, an independent reporter and writer of The Handbasket who’s been breaking one scoop after another about DOGE and the Trump administration. “But in almost all cases, your safety and physical and mental health should come first.”
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Google sheet of press contacts compiled and verified by us. Beats may not be up to date. Send additions and corrections to civicaction311@proton.me.

Commentary The third option for federal employees faced with illegal orders—just say ‘no’
This article may be out of date by the time you read this. Best to consult with a federal employment lawyer for the latest updates on the legal landscape. Click image to go to article.
Activist Checklist - Digital Security for Federal Workers. Last reviewed Feb 24
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What to do now - getting fed communities ready for whats coming
A google doc guide for federal employees. Click image to go to doc.

AFGE’s guide for federal workers on lobbying

Slides from the ACLU’s Federal Rights Training Series: How To Tell the Government to Fork Off Without Being Fired

Elon Musk’s Demolition Crew by Avi Asher-Schapiro, Christopher Bing, Annie Waldman, Brett Murphy, Andy Kroll, Justin Elliott, Kirsten Berg, Sebastian Rotella, Alex Mierjeski, Pratheek Rebala and Al Shaw Feb. 6, 2025 • Updated: March 14, 2025
Tells which DOGE staffers are stationed in which agencies. Click to go to Propublica article.

Resource Repositories

Caring Citizens Network, a clearinghouse of websites that provide information and resources to the federal workforce, including:

helpfeds.com, AI Assistance for Feds

Resources for Feds (current and recent) google doc

Fed Resource Directory google doc

Information Matrix Regarding Resources Available to Assist Federal Employees

Google doc with a comprehensive summary of resources for Feds

Airtable Spreadsheet of Discount Services for Federal Workers

USAID Resource Hub includes job opportunities, coaching and up-skilling services, support networks, financial/legal support

Jamie Raskin’s resources page

Chris Van Hollen’s resources page

Shauna W., retired from Federal Acquisition SME on LinkedIn

Alison Doyle, Co-Founder, The Job Hopper News on LinkedIn

Local Resources

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Governor Moore Announces Additional Employment Support for Impacted Federal Workers April 20, 2025
Under the Maryland Department of Budget Management, this initiative creates one-stop-shop job pages for four position types – Human Resources, Procurement Officers, Accountants, and Fiscal Accounts Technicians – where federal workers can apply for jobs across agencies and locations with a single application. Click image to go to website for more information.
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Montgomery County has resources for federal workers and contractors who need assistance.

Montgomery County Resources

Montgomery College Resources

Montgomery County Public Library Resources

Howard County Resources

Prince George’s County Resources

Frederick County Resources

Fairfax County Resources

Georgetown announces reduced tuition, career services for fired federal workers BY ELIZABETH CRISP - 03/17/25 4:01 PM ET
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Mason Arts Venues Offer Free Tickets to Performances for Individuals Impacted by Federal Layoffs March 13, 2025
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Share Your Stories

Friday Apr 4
Senior producer at MSNBC is looking to talk to terminated folks. If you, or anyone you know, would want to participate in a large town hall style thing (50-60 workers, she said?) and potentially share their story, can you put them in contact with me? @R2750.86 on signal
I’m also looking for people whose grants were cut/rescinded for 3 different efforts (litigation, congressional committee information request, and an advocacy media campaign).
For the litigation piece, I specifically need folks who had one of these types of grants impacted: MOSAIC awards, MARC, U-RISE, G-RISE, Bridge to the baccalaureate, Bridge to the Doctorate, PREP, F31 Diversity, Kirschstein NRSA, T32, FIRST. Looking for people whose grants were cut to build the case for a temporary restraining order. If their grant has been cut and they are willing to help (could be anonymous) please send them my way. @R2750.86 on signal

Reuters is working on a 100 days milestone story that explores some COLORFUL ways that DOGE has made the government less efficient. It is less focused on the well-known policy mistakes (forced rehiring of workers, etc.) but more on colorful and previously unreported ways in which well intended measures have resulted in inefficiencies. This could be like credit card limits going down to 1 dollar means workers have to wait weeks to replace a broken part instead of a just using a USG credit card to buy the item at a local store, or research being canceled weeks before a long term project is set to bear fruit, etc. It would absolutely not be to quote you. If you have any examples, please reach out to Alex Alper 202-770-8923 on signal or by email alexandra.alper@tr.com.

Did You Work on a Terminated NIH Grant? ProPublica Wants to Hear From You. The National Institutes of Health is canceling grants that are seen as conflicting with the Trump administration’s priorities. We want to hear from researchers who have been affected. by Annie Waldman, Ashley Clarke and Asia Fields March 28, 2025, 2 p.m. EDT
Includes link to Propublica form to A group of US researchers funded through federal grants who wish to document the damage to our scientific infrastructure. Our data archive is for use by journalists, academics, and the general public.
Calling Federal Declarants🇺🇸 Right now, as so much is moving so fast in the court cases that are working to protect the constitution, federal voices have never been more important. When judges make decisions, they don’t just rely on laws -- they rely on evidence. And one of the most powerful pieces of evidence? Declarations. What Is a Declaration? A declaration is a written statement under penalty of perjury that tells the truth about what you’ve witnessed, experienced, or know to be true. It’s like testifying in court, but on paper. Declarations shape legal battles -- they can prove misconduct, unearth what's really happening, and give ground truth as to what's actually happening at agencies. Why Are Declarations Critical? ✅ They Provide Firsthand Evidence: If the administration is violating rights or covering up misconduct, declarations bring proof directly to the courts. ✅ They Give Power to the People: Bad actors rely on people staying silent to get away with misconduct. A declaration forces them to respond. ✅ They Can Change the Outcome of a Case: Judges take declarations seriously. Your statement could be the turning point.
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Assessing the impact of federal employee dismissals on health and financial well-being
From a trusted source of a trusted source for what it’s worth, but participate at your own discretion. Click image to go to form.
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We are the builders We built the tools millions of Americans use every single day to access government services. Blog Real stories from federal employees Dear DOGE, let us help you make your website accessible Your country is asking for your help. Will you answer the call? What will it cost to reinstate 24,000 fired federal employees?
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House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. Click image to go to website.
Have You Been Impacted by Federal Firings? Share Your Story. The Trump administration is laying off federal workers en masse, and we need to hear from you. Congressman Ro Khanna is fighting for those affected and wants to share real stories. If you’ve lost your job or know someone who has, please fill out this form. Your voice matters. 📌 ALL RESPONSES ARE CONFIDENTIAL. THIS IS NOT A SIGNUP TO RECEIVE CAMPAIGN EMAILS/TEXTS. WE ARE COLLECTING POLITICAL AFFILIATION TO SHOW THERE IS A BROAD COALITION OF PEOPLE AFFECTED BY THIS. Our team may reach out for more details.
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are you interestd in sharing your story of your illegal firing from federal service and worked direct in a role that supported States? Please rach out to Candy +18452421181 on signal anonymously if you prefer (check your signal settings). The goal is to make a short list that's like "title - way they support states - when/how they were fired" so that these critical roles can specifically be shared with state AGs. Candy is working with a state health department epidemiologist to gather stories about how these firings harm states.
Impacts: Science & Technology American leadership, domestic prosperity, health, and national security hinge on scientific and technological expertise and innovation. Today, they are all under threat.
The acts of firing scientists and engineers, freezing federal offices, and erasing key programs diminish the science and technology prowess of the United States. Our mission is to capture voices, stories, and data that show how terminating federal science and technology workers and programs has resounding impacts at local, state, national, and global levels.
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Paige Brown Jarreau (She/Her) 2nd degree connection 2nd Science & Health Communication Contractor at NIH CARD | SciComm Strategist, Writer, Trainer | Advocate of collaboration, diversity and inclusion From the Lab Bench LLC Louisiana State University Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States Contact info http://www.fromthelabbench.com/
I am a science communicator passionate about collaborating with diverse creatives and stakeholders to make science more engaging and inclusive. My expertise includes evidence-based science and health communication and culturally relevant, visually engaging digital multi-media storytelling. Click image to go to LinkedIn page.
How has society been impacted by the federal actions against science? The Trump Administration actions to hollow out the federal scientific workforce through illegal firings and disrupting federal grants has and will continue to have serious impacts on society. Use this form to tell us the ways in which you know or foresee that society will be impacted by this disruption to federal science. You can choose to share this information anonymously.
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If you, a family member, or a co-worker want to share your story, please visit https://www.charmcitylabor.org and click on Share Your Story. If you have any questions, please call (410) 242-1300 or email us at admin@mbaflcio.org.

Federal Cuts Tracker Map Project

Press Contacts

Google sheet of press contacts compiled and verified by us. Beats may not be up to date. Send additions and corrections to civicaction311@proton.me.

  1. Reporter – Annie Waldman (ProPublic), covering NIH
    Signal: 347-549-0332
  2. Reporter – Rebecca Adams (KFF Newsroom)
    Phone: 415-519-8778
  3. Reporter/Producer – Shrai Popat (PBS) Seeking to speak to federal workers who have lost or at risk of loosing job. Also anyone who has interacted with DOGE employees in any capacity.
    Signal: spopat.01
    Email: spopat@newshour.org
  4. Journalist – Max Kozlov (Nature)
    Signal: mkozlov.01
    Email: Max.kozlov@us.nature.com
    @maxdkozlov | @nature
  5. Journalist – Smriti Mallapaty (Nature)
    Signal: +61404513838
    Email: smriti.mallapaty@nature.com
    Looking to speak with Program Officers at NIH
Hola Adriana buenos días, on another note but similar topic, I was wondering if from the group that meets on Tuesday do you know someone from the Dept of Education who is Hispanic/speaks Spanish and was impacted by these layoffs: https://www.npr.org/2025/03/11/nx-s1-5324746/trump-education-department-layoffs-closure-reorganization They can talk to us bajo anonimato, but I would like to meet with him/her in person for an interview. Please let me know if there's someone you can introduce me via text today and I'll take it from there. En serio se aprecia, ~Carolina Cruz Cell: 708-663-0571
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If you are interest in sharing your experience with the New York Times contact Aishavarya Kavi at Her email is: aishvarya.kavi@nytimes.com or 240-751-3786.

General note to staff in environmentally focused agencies/departments, especially Interior and the EPA: Jennifer McDermott at the Associated Press is looking for stories, contacts and leads. I’ve put her in touch with other people and gotten positive reviews from them and her so far. Her beat is clean energy, but she works with the environment team at the AP and can put you in touch with colleagues if you have a story to tell.

Jennifer McDermott
Green energy reporter
The Associated PressJMcDermott@ap.org
X: @JenMcDermottAP
+1 401 338 3484 cell / WhatsApp

Hannah Natanson with WaPo is one of the journalists covering what’s happening inside govt. She’s on Signal at 202-580-5477

Reductions in Force (RIF)

Explanation from May 10 on CA judge ruling on RIFs. Click image to go to post.
AFGE LOCAL 2883 UPDATED RIF GUIDANCE
Helpful information, even if you’re not part of AFGE. Click image to go to website.
Instagram post from southworth_pc and shaun_southworth southworth_pc 3d 4.2🚨Federal employees facing a RIF — this is for you. You have the right to access the retention register your agency used to make RIF decisions. Don’t rely on fear or office rumors — get the facts, get clarity, and protect your future. Federal employment attorney @shaun_southworth breaks down what you need to know and how to take action now. 🧠💼 🧩 Need personalized help? RIF strategy session now available. 🧘‍♂️ Prefer a low-cost support community? Power Hub’s got you. Just click the link in my bio to sign up for these resources.
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David J. Valencia, MBA, MS, CFCM, ASMDavid J. Valencia, MBA, MS, CFCM, ASM • 2nd • 2nd It's a blessing to work in Public Safety and serve others | Founder & CEO at Valencia Social Technology Digital Strategies™ | ACT-IAC Fellows V23 | Marine Corps Veteran 🇺🇸 | Not an Official Account; Opinions Are My OwnIt's a blessing to work in Public Safety and serve others | Founder & CEO at Valencia Social Technology Digital Strategies™ | ACT-IAC Fellows V23 | Marine Corps Veteran 🇺🇸 | Not an Official Account; Opinions Are My Own 4d • 4 days ago Follow 🔥🔥 Just released! Repost and share! From OPM: Reduction In Force (hashtag#RIF) hashtag#Resources & hashtag#Templates Resources * Reduction in Force (RIF) Overview (March 2025) - https://lnkd.in/erpFScyU. * RIF Quick Reference Guide (March 2025) - https://lnkd.in/ezSpnAUs. * RIF Basics (March 2025) - https://lnkd.in/eAG68fPU. * RIF Competitive Areas (March 2025) - https://lnkd.in/eQPyNNag. * RIF Content of Notices (March 2025) - https://lnkd.in/e3uneWJW. * RIF Introduction and Mechanics Part 1 Slides (March 25, 2025) - https://lnkd.in/esBz45Ty.
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RIF KIT V4Download

FedImpact RIF Training Series Recordings

U.S. Office of Personnel Management – Reductions in Force (RIF) information page

Retention Standing, ‘Bump and Retreat’ and More: Report Outlines RIF Process Published: February 14, 2025 More in: Issue Briefs
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LawFare: A Primer on Reductions in Force - Trump seeks to reduce the size of the federal workforce using a complicated and arcane process.
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YouTube Video Preparing for the DOGE Workforce Reductions (BONUS: Includes the “Delayed Resignation” option)

Crowdsourced advice for federal employees on RIF

Virtual Go Bag RESOURCES > VIRTUAL GO BAG Everyone in the Foreign Service knows what a Go Bag is. In fact, you probably have one packed at this moment. But how many of us have an ‘Employment Go Bag’? AFSA has compiled a checklist and resources to help our members stay prepared for the unexpected. This resource will be maintained on our website and updated as conditions evolve. We thank those who have made suggestions for such a list by email or by posting ideas on social media.
For federal workers about to be RIFed. Click image to learn more.

It’s a pretty general RIF letter. It says that HR will be in touch within 14 days to tell us what our “package” is. However the RIF letter did not come from our HR. So our HR has actually said there’s no way they’re going to get us that information (because they fired all of them too so there are very few of them.) my best recommendation is to familiarize yourself with your agency’s guidelines so that you know what they’re violating when they issue the RIF letter. Indeed, download that information for your agency’s policy manual before they take it offline. You should also be familiar with your own situation meaning know what your severance or retirement benefits should be. Don’t rely on your HR because if it’s anything like us, they’re totally overwhelmed. – from a Fed Signal chat

Your Rights

Federal Rights Training Series HOW TO TELL THE GOVERNMENT TO FORK OFF WITHOUT BEING FIRED – MARCH 24, 2025
Training slides on what you can and can’t say as a federal worker. More workshop slides available at Know Your Labor Rights Workshops through Action Network
southworth_pc 3.24 🚨 Federal Employees: Trump’s New Memo Could Change Everything 🚨President Trump just issued a memo that could give OPM the power to order agencies to fire employees within 5 days — even after probation. These changes don't happen immediately legally. OPM now has to draft and publish new regulations, updating federal rules. Stay tuned for more updates on this and visit the link in my bio for more resources. #FederalEmployees #TrumpMemo #OPM #FederalWorkforce #KnowYourRights #FederalEmploymentLaw #SouthworthPC
Explainer for what Trump’s new Memo means for OPM’s power to fire federal employees. Click image to go to Instagram post.
Partnership for Public Service: Probationary Period for Federal Workers fact sheet
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Protect Democracy What federal workers can do to protect themselves February 6, 2025
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Michal Shinnar 2nd degree connection 2nd Employment lawyer representing employees in discrimination, whistleblower & unpaid wages cases Greenbelt, Maryland, United States Contact info
LinkedIn page includes multiple posts answering FAQs. Click image to go to LinkedIn profile.
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Cian Westmoreland, @CianMW. If you are National Guard or Active Duty military and you are being ordered to violate the Constitutional rights of US citizens then this is the number to the GI Rights Hotline. There is support, you don't have to go through with it. tel: 1-877-447-4487
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federalworkersrights.com

RISE UP Federal Workers Legal Defense Network Legal Support For Federal Workers
If you are a federal worker who has been wrongfully terminated from your job or a current federal worker concerned about your employment rights, follow the steps below to access free legal support and resources. Click image to go to website.
DC Law Collective exists to fight for federal employees — whether you’re still on the job or facing an unlawful firing. We challenge unjust actions by agencies, navigate complex processes, and push forward even when systems stall. If administrative routes are closed or delayed, we look to other avenues such as federal court. We fight with empathy, strategy, and grit. Click image to go to website.
NEWS EXPLAINER 11 April 2025 NIH cuts triggered a host of lawsuits: Nature’s guide to what’s next A host of legal claims aim to roll back the Trump administration’s grant terminations, indirect-cost cap and more. By Nicola Jones
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Probationary Firing Litigation Tracker - April 11, 2025 With multiple lawsuits happening, it's getting hard to keep track of everything. I wanted to share the table that I'm tracking regarding the probationary firings.
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Gilbert Employment Group Class Action on HHS RIFs Resource The Gilbert Employment Group is exploring filing a class action lawsuit on the HHS RIFs. They are the ones handling the SSA, DHS and GSA RIF class actions as well. They are widely known as one of the top federal employment law firms in the country. They are scheduling Townhall meetings next week for RIF’d HHS employees. You can reach out to them directly to ask to participate. Below is the information. Visit www.gelawyer.com 888-676-8096. Edited to remove intake coordinators direct name and contact information because apparently we inundated his email and phone. But they will get back to you very quickly if you send them an inquiry from the website, or call the main number.
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U.S. Office of Special Counsel (OSC) – How to File a Prohibited Personnel Practices Complaint – File a Complaint here

The Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia is looking to talk to DC resident Federal career civil service workers (including those who may have been recently terminated) about (a) threatened or actual terminations (b) any political loyalty or patronage tests that have been imposed on federal workers. If you have information you would like to share with the office, please contact workers@dc.gov.
UPDATE: OAG is looking to connect with terminated probationary employees who are open to signing a public statement related to their termination. Anyone open to that can contact Hannah.Cole-Chu@dc.gov. Please provide your agency, state of residence, and city/state of duty station in the email. Please note that due to the volume of correspondence the office is currently receiving, they will not be able to respond to every message.

I’m looking to apply my legal skills to compensate federal employees who’ve been fired by DOGE or whose livelihoods have been damaged by DOGE’s impoundment of federal funds. Do you know anyone who fits these categories? If so, could you give them my contact information? I’d like to talk with folks about pursuing a new, “out-of-the-box” legal action that will take the fight to those calling the shots at DOGE. There would be no charge for the consultation and no attorneys fees at all unless there is a recovery (a contingency attorney fee). Any help you could provide would be greatly, greatly appreciated. Of course, this is an emergency situation so your quick action would be greatly appreciated.

Joe Hennessey
2 Wisconsin Circle, Suites 700
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
(301) 351-5614 (mobile and text)jhennessey@jahlegal.com
https://jahlegal.com

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Public Service Legal Response Center. Connecting lawyers with opportunities to support federal workers. Posted February 20, 2025
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Michal Shinnar 2nd degree connection 2nd Employment lawyer representing employees in discrimination, whistleblower & unpaid wages cases Greenbelt, Maryland, United States Contact info
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Talk to a Civil Lawyer online now Unlimited chats with verfied, top-rated lawyers.
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Employment/Coaching

Job Fairs will be posted under Events

Civic Match, powered by Work for America: Connecting top public sector talent with essential local government jobs.
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Pivoting Parents: Job Search Community for Feds and Fed-Adjacent New Parents

Bluesky post from Jeremy Berg. ATTENTION: TALENT AVAILABLE It appears that termination of SROs from institute review branches at NIH is underway (or worse). There are also program officers and SROs who have been terminated over the past month. IF YOU HAVE POSITIONS FOR SKILLED SCIENTIST-ADMINISTRATORS, PLEASE POST INFO HERE
A thread about job postings. Click image to go to Bluesky post.
Continue Your Public Service with the Commonwealth The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is looking for experienced federal employees to bring their expertise to state government. Whether you’ve worked in policy, administration, IT, finance, or public safety, we offer career opportunities that match your skills.
PA is equating federal service time to state service time to expedite hiring. Click image to go to website.
FEBRUARY 25, 2025 Albany, NY Governor Hochul to Federal Workers: Here in New York, We Say ‘You're Hired’
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Amrita MadabushiAmrita Madabushi • 2nd • 2nd Professor | Biochemist | Founder | Academe-Industry Partnership BuilderProfessor | Biochemist | Founder | Academe-Industry Partnership Builder 1mo • Edited • 1 month ago Follow If you are impacted by the recent layoffs or facing a challenging job market, EmpowerBio is conducting free resume or job search quick brainstorming sessions. Please see below to sign up. Also, if you can volunteer to review resumes, please reach out! Also, subscribe to career transition LinkedIn group 'Careers in Bio - Undergrads to PhDs' powered by EmpowerBio!
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Federal 2 Industry (F2I) Supporting the Federal Workforce (Federal Employee and Federal Contractor) Transitioning to New Opportunities Social Networking Platforms USA 5K followers
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Career + Other Resources Google sheets of a respository of job boards

Rockville Economic Development, Inc. Workforce Development Resources

Daniela Lapidous offers job search support for social impact jobseekers

Matthew Fenton is a past Division Director and Scientific Executive at NIAID at NIH and offers professional and executive coaching.

Coaching Resources: www.sparcinsights.com/ is offering executive coaching support to folks impacted by the chaos in DC. They are offering a sliding scale pay approach including no charge depending on what might work for you.

Financial Info

Decision support tool for DOT DRP 2.0 – Should you take the Fork 2.0? This tool helps calculate what you can expect upon RIF vs DRP.

Fed Impact: Retirement Training by ProFeds (also with a new RIF Training series)

Unemployment Insurance Webinar hosted by MD Delegate Lorig Charkoudian (District 20), Feb 27
– Maryland Dept of Labor resources and slides
– Maryland Legal Aid resources and slides
– CASH Campaign resources and slides
– Getting access to health insurance

NIH benefits resource page for former employees. Click image to go to website.
Can You Lose Your Federal Retirement Benefits If Fired?
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Important info on HSAs and FSAs. HSAs don’t expire, but FSAs do. Click image or here to go to Justworks website, and click here to go to FSA Store.

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Federal Worker Solidarity Fund, by the AFL-CIO

Need to back up data?

American University Government Information Data Rescue Links to trusted repositories that have rescued U.S. government data
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The Research We Lost. Join your coleagues inrecording and resisting the defunding of science. Add to the Archive. Submit Data to the Archive.
A group of US researchers funded through federal grants who wish to document the damage to our scientific infrastructure. Our data archive is for use by journalists, academics, and the general public.
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Webinar Recordings

FedImpact RIF Training Series Recordings

Mar 6 Town Hall with Maryland Secretary of Labor Wu, hosted by Congresswoman Sarah Elfreth

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Town Hall Recording: Supporting Federal Workers and Others Impacted by Trump’s Actions, February 19, 2025

WEBINAR VIDEO: REP. RASKIN’S ON-DEMAND WEBINAR FOR FEDERAL WORKERS FACING THE TRUMP-MUSK ASSAULT ON OUR GOVERNMENT

WEBINAR VIDEOS: Partnership for Public Service Webinar videos

  • What do executive orders mean for me?
  • What if my employment status changes?

WEBINAR VIDEO: Special federal employees workplace rights

Free Counseling

FREE Federal Employee Support Group:
Feeling Overwhelmed by the Chaos in Government?
Are you a federal employee struggling with stress, uncertainty, or burnout in the face of shifting policies, leadership changes, and workplace instability? You’re not alone.
Join our Federal Employee Support Group – a safe, confidential space designed specifically for government workers navigating the emotional toll of today’s political climate.

Pro Bono Counseling. If you're feeling anxious, depressed, or just need someone to talk to, call 410-598-0234
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Another list of therapists offering pro bono and sliding scale support for feds