Latinas see the largest increase in union membership rates among women despite little change in overall share of union membership.
The Economy Holds Steady in November as the Child Care Sector Continues to Struggle | #JobsDay December 2023
The November Jobs Report shows a steady economy heading into 2024, though the child care sector continues to lag behind overall job growth.
How the Wage Gap Persists Beyond Working Years, Especially for Black and Latina Women
Many don’t realize the gender wage gap continues to impact women beyond working years. With longer life expectancies than men, the gender wage gap quickly turns into a retirement income gap, meaning women have fewer resources to stretch over longer periods when they may be unable to work or more vulnerable to health complications.
Warning Signs in the Latest Jobs Report – and a Chance for Congress to Save Child Care | #JobsDay November 2023
The October Jobs Report data offer some clear warning signs about the state of the country’s economy – and underscore the need for Congress to act to save child care.
Latinas/xs Need Abortion Justice and Economic Justice
Given the increased economic resources required to access abortions in many communities post-Dobbs, Latinas in these 26 states who face large wage gaps are particularly likely to be harmed.
Black women’s labor force participation continues to decline| #JobsDay October 2023
Black women’s and men’s labor force participation continues to decline since the spring, while the rates for men and women overall are steady or higher.
Disabled women face unique barriers at work. Our systems transformation guide seeks to address them.
To the extent a disabled woman can work and chooses to work, barriers to employment and work are some of the many deliberate policy choices that prevent disabled women from achieving economic security.
At the March on Washington, Black women were sidelined. 60 years later, the need to center Black women is as urgent as ever
As America marks the 60th anniversary of the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom, one controversy we should not overlook is how Black women leaders — who made vital contributions to the movement as organizers, strategists, and frontline foot soldiers — were relegated to a limited, single speaking segment at the March.
“Hot Strike Summer:” How Increased Union Actions Stand to Benefit Women Workers
Unions play a significant role in helping women, especially women of color, by minimizing the pay gap through strengthening negotiating positions and providing transparent pay scales.
Moms’ Equal Pay Day Spotlight: Single Mothers, Poverty, and the Wage Gap
Single mothers work hard, yet sometimes hard work is simply not enough. Thanks to a myriad of structural, cultural and organizational barriers moms face to employment and career advancement, mothers are paid only 74 cents for every dollar paid to fathers – single moms are hit hardest by this gap.
Women’s unpaid caregiving is worth more than $625 billion – and it could cost more
Women in the United States do twice as much caregiving as men, though both men and women face financial burdens due to unpaid carework.
Disabled Workers Can Be Paid Less Than $7.25 an Hour. It’s Time to Change That.
In 37 states, employers can legally pay workers with disabilities less than the minimum wage – a subminimum wage. If passed, the Raise the Wage Act of 2023 would eliminate the subminimum wage for disabled workers by 2028.
The Promises of the March on Washington, Two Generations Later | #JobsDay August 2023
Today’s jobs report comes on the heels of Black Women’s Equal Pay Day and a few weeks before the 60th anniversary of the March on Washington. And while the July data show slight improvements for Black women, whose unemployment rate ticked down this month, it’s essential to consider these data in a broader context to understand how our public policies can better support Black women.
Everyone deserves equal pay like the USWNT. LFG
The U.S. women’s national soccer team is playing in its first World Cup since their landmark equal pay victory. Here is how we can learn from their efforts to achieve equal pay for everyone.
Women still a small share of construction and manufacturing jobs | #JobsDay July 2023
Women still hold only 14 percent of jobs in the construction industry and 29 percent in manufacturing.
National CROWN Day: How Banning Hair Discrimination Uplifts Black Women in the Labor Force
July 3rd is National CROWN Day, or “Black Hair Independence Day,” and we’re standing in solidarity with Black women in their fight to wear their natural hair proudly, without fear of discrimination, in workplaces and schools.
The Equal Pay Act was a first step in closing the wage gap – and helping women get infrastructure jobs is the new secret weapon
The new secret weapon for closing the wage gap is strategically implementing new federal infrastructure spending to make sure women, especially women of color, are part of America’s industrial policy revolution.
May’s mixed signals for the job market | #JobsDay June 2023
While May’s data had some bright spots, there are also some concerning findings, especially with cuts to programs like TANF and SNAP looming.
Gen Z enters a strong job market – but the future is uncertain | #JobsDay May 2023
The job prospects for Gen Z are strong, but young workers face an uncertain economic future that could shape their earnings and careers for years to come.
Black women’s unemployment hits a historic low – but there is more to do | #JobsDay April 2023
Despite recent successes, racism and sexism create barriers for Black women in the labor market.
