The representation gap – even more significant for women of color – poses a huge barrier to ensuring policies that support state-level abortion access WASHINGTON, D.C. – November 28, 2023 – In a newly released report, Democracy & Abortion...
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The representation gap – even more significant for women of color – poses a huge barrier to ensuring policies that support state-level abortion access WASHINGTON, D.C. – November 28, 2023 – In a newly released report, Democracy & Abortion...
WASHINGTON, D.C. – November 8, 2023 – A new study from the National Partnership for Women & Families finds that Black-led community initiatives may be vital to solving the Black maternal health crisis. The analysis Black Women’s Maternal Health...
In Senate testimony, NPWF President Jocelyn C. Frye called for U.S. to stop lagging behind and make national comprehensive paid leave a reality for all workers Watch Frye’s Testimony Here WASHINGTON, D.C. – October 25, 2023 – In case you missed it, today...
Of the numerous economic trends filling column inches over the last few years, few have gained as much traction as the “vibecession.” Coined by Kyla Scanlon in July 2022, the term refers to the phenomenon of people feeling “meh” about the economy despite positive...
In 2019, a poll revealed that nearly half of men believe that the wage gap is “made up.” Contrary to their beliefs, the wage gap continues to hold an iron grip on the American workforce – and it affects men too. This is nothing new. Conflicting views around the...
Today’s jobs report comes as we kick off Women’s History Month, so we’re going to look at where we are, how we got here and how to chart a path to the future women deserve. Women overall gained 114,000 jobs in February and about 300,000 women 20 and older joined the...
FACT SHEET | Studies of the nation's state paid family leave programs demonstrate how well paid leave policies work for workers, families and businesses.
FACT SHEET | Businesses benefit when their employees have access to paid sick days. When sick workers are able to stay home, the spread of disease slows and workplaces are both healthier and more productive. Plus, workers recover faster from illness and obtain timely...
CHART | A detailed summary of existing family leave laws in California, New Jersey, Rhode Island, Washington, New York, D.C., Massachusetts, Connecticut, Oregon and Colorado