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About Social Security

We provide financial protection for our nation’s people. We can help you through all life’s journeys.

We administer benefits like Retirement, Disability, Survivor, and Family.

We also manage Supplemental Security Income (SSI), enroll people in Medicare, and issue Social Security numbers and cards.

Mission and structure

Learn about our mission, leadership, and organizational structure.

View our mission and structure

History

Experience our history through film, photographs, and text.

Learn about our history

News

Follow Social Security news and information through our:

  • Blog.
  • Newsletter.
  • Audio series.
  • Press releases.

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Careers

Find out what kinds of jobs we offer, how to find and apply for them, and what our special hiring programs are.

Explore our career options

Budget, finance, and performance

We measure, record, and share:

  • Financial reports. 
  • Strategic plans. 
  • Performance plans.
  • Budget estimates. 

View our budget and performance reports

Agency resources

Review links related to agency initiatives, research, and policy. We also share information for representatives, government agencies, and other groups.

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Privacy program

We’re committed to protecting your privacy.

Read about our privacy compliance program

Contact information

Learn how to call, email, or visit us.

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