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Member “Must Reads” for November 2014
As a member of Family Forward Action, we know you’re as wound up about the need for better work-family policies – and the culture change that must come with it – as we are.
Which is why we are posting this first monthly “must-read” group of articles just for members. There is so much good thinking and writing on the issues we work on these days that it’s a shame not to share it with the very people we know will enjoy it most. Plus, we think humor is an incredible messenger, so be prepared to laugh!
Join Us for a Film Screening in Pdx | “The Raising of America”
One of our favorite ways to create a public conversation around the policy issues we care about and work to solve is to gather some folks together and watch a movie – especially one followed by an interesting panel discussion.
Which is why we’re so thrilled that a local partner, the Health Equity Circle @ OHSU, is hosting a screening of a new documentary series called The Raising of America. Click here for details: https://familyforwardoregon.org/2014/11/join-us-watch-the-raising-of-america/
FFO Wins OPHA’s 2014 “Policy Champion” Award
We’re very proud to win this award presented by the Oregon Public Health Association this fall. The award is for “a person or organization that has made an outstanding contribution to advancing public health policy in Oregon.” While we are thrilled to accept, we want to also recognize, in turn, the many partners in our sick days coalition who were right there by our side. We couldn’t have accomplished what we did without them.
Women’s Economic Security Forum with Leader Nancy Pelosi
On Saturday, September 27, 2014, Family Forward Oregon hosted House Leader Nancy Pelosi, Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01), Oregon Senate Majority Leader Diane Rosenbaum (District 21), and state Representatives Jessica Vega Pederson (District 47) and Jennifer Williamson (District 36) at a women’s economic forum to discuss the importance of workplace policies that make it possible for women to […]
Meet Ashnie, FFO Outreach Coordinator
We couldn’t be more pleased to introduce you to the newest member of the Family Forward team, Ashnie Butler. Ashnie is stepping into a new, but very needed role with us: Outreach Coordinator. What does an Outreach Coordinator do, you ask? In our case, something incredibly important: reaching out to and connecting with Oregonians (like you!) […]
Eugene says YES to paid sick days!
Something BIG happened in Eugene last night, and we think you’ll be as elated as we are about it. After many months of discussion and community input, the Eugene City Council voted 5 to 3 to pass a paid sick days ordinance that will apply to every person who works in Eugene, starting July 1, 2015.
Great Ideas @ Work | Newsletter for Employers | Summer 2014
Welcome to our Summer 2014 Great Ideas @ Work Newsletter! From our national partners to our local colleagues, there is lots to share and learn about flexibility right now. Enjoy — and pass on to your friends and co-workers! Happy Summer.
White House Summit on Working Families | June 23, 2014
On June 23, 2014, the White House Council on Women and Girls, the Department of Labor (DOL), and the Center for American Progress (CAP) will hosted a Summit on Working Families to focus on creating a 21st century workplace that works for all Americans. Workplaces that make full use of the talented pool of American workers are essential – to a thriving and healthy economy, to enable businesses to stay competitive in today’s global economy, and to help all workers ensure the economic stability of their families.
Briefing: Women’s Economic Agenda
On June 23, 2014, the White House Council on Women and Girls, the Department of Labor (DOL), and the Center for American Progress (CAP) will host a Summit on Working Families to focus on creating a 21st century workplace that works for all Americans. You’re invited to join us in Portland on June 11, 2014 to learn about new polling and these issues and the local, state and national efforts to improve our work-family policies. RSVP to andrea@familyforwardoregon.org.
Because when women succeed, America succeeds!
Get Trained to Volunteer with FFO!
Announcing: An opportunity to get more involved with our work at Family Forward Oregon! We’re hosting a volunteer training later this month and want you to be there. We’re looking for volunteers to help us with a range of jobs, including outreach, advocacy, and more. It’s a great way to get off the sidelines – and we really hope you can make it.
10 Things to Know About Equal Pay
As Equal Pay Day approaches (the day this year when women have finally earned what their male counterpart earned last year), the Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries (BOLI) put together this great top-10 list of facts to know about equal pay in Oregon. See all 10 here.