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54 TPC D igest the career development field to continue its tradition of social action in solidarity with marginalized populations. As such, the purpose of this study was to investigate the career- and work-related challenges that traditionally marginalized populations face in the context of the economic crisis. Secondly and more importantly, this study investigated actions that might ameliorate these challenges. The results of this study suggest that, while marginalized populations face many significant challenges, there are multiple actions that career development professionals can take in the near future to address these challenges. Specifically, 18 action items, ranked in terms of their importance, emerged from this study. These action items fell into four categories: Practice, Training, Theory & Research and Advocacy. These action items provide concrete pathways toward addressing the career development challenges faced by those who have been pushed to the margins in our society. Several implications flow from the results of this study. Strategic planning can be a daunting task, but the results of this study provide some ideas and possible starting points for organizations that provide career development services to traditionally marginalized populations. Depending on the nature of a certain organization and the population(s) it serves, the organization can consider these action items in order to determine which are most relevant to its mission and vision. Furthermore, organizations such as the National Career Development Association (NCDA) might use these results to prioritize initiatives in a way that addresses the dire situation of traditionally marginalized populations in the context of a challenging and difficult economic climate. The Professional Counselor DIGEST Volume 4, Issue 4 http://tpcjournal.nbcc.org © 2014 NBCC, Inc. and Affiliates Full article and references: Tate, K. A., Fallon, K. M., Casquarelli, E. J., & Marks, L. R. (2014). Opportunities for Action: Traditionally Marginalized Populations and the Economic Crisis. The Professional Counselor , 4 , 285–302. doi:10.15241/kat.4.4.285