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EPI calls for ambitious investment in childcare
On April 6, 2016 the Economic Policy Institute, a non-partisan think tank based in Washington, DC, released a new report, “It’s time for an ambitious national investment in America’s children.” This report reviews the evidence on why a major investment in America’s children is a promising economic strategy that can provide substantial social benefits—and that would more […]
Women’s Foundation of Oregon | #ListenToHer Tour
We are thrilled that the Women’s Foundation of Oregon is hosting listening sessions in 12 Oregon cities this Spring as a way to find out from women and girls around the state what’s on their minds when it comes to being, well, women and girls in Oregon these days. We are hoping to hear from […]
Congrats, Oregon: You got a raise!
BREAKING NEWS from Salem today: the House of Representatives voted yes on SB 1532 to raise Oregon’s minimum wage! This is huge news — and we’re very excited to share it with you, our partners in change. And make no mistake: we didn’t get here by accident. We got here because people like you and […]
Familial Status Discrimination | Has it happened to you?
Familial status discrimination is employment discrimination against workers based on their off-duty family caregiving responsibilities. Pregnant women, mothers and fathers of young children, and employees with aging parents or sick spouses or partners may encounter family responsibilities discrimination. They may be rejected for hire, passed over for promotion, demoted, harassed, or terminated — despite good […]
New Report from NWLC: Set Up to Fail
Our terrific partners at the National Women’s Law Center just released this important and spot-on report, Set Up to Fail, about the incredible challenges low-wage parents face in trying to make ends meet in a way that doesn’t undermine their children’s chances for success. Every day, working parents in low-wage jobs are desperate to keep […]
I see you. Can you see her?
I am here today as a member of that community. As an activist. As a woman. As a mother.
It has not always been this way for me, but now I see the world through this lens. I see the mothers.
Paid Family and Medical Leave – Resources to Share!
Whether you were able to join our call on December 4th about paid family + medical leave or not, we wanted to get some good resources on the topic into your hands. Please consider sharing the ones that really speak to you, because that’s how change happens: one personal conversation at a time. Happy reading, […]
City of Portland adds paid parental leave policy
Effective January 1, 2016, all City of Portland employees who have been employed by the City for at least six months will be eligible to take up to six weeks of fully paid parental leave when they welcome a new baby or child into their families (by birth, adoption, or foster care). The city’s policy […]
Use Your Voice for Change | Fall 2015 Training Series
Our goal is to build a strong, inclusive, multi-racial group of activists who are ready to stand up and fight for women – and the families who rely on them. We simply can’t make the impact we want to without more help, so we hope you’ll give us some of your time to learn more […]
Multnomah County Adds Paid Parental Leave Policy for Employees
Multnomah County Employees Will Have Paid Parental Leave Six weeks of paid parental leave will promote the health and economic security of County employees, their families, and their community Effective November 1, 2015, Multnomah County employees will be eligible to take up to six weeks of fully paid parental leave when they welcome a new […]
Oregon Sick Time 101 | Know The Basics
Work in Oregon? Here’s what you need to know about sick time. Starting January 1, 2016, many working Oregonians will be able to earn and use job-protected sick time, which means you can take time off from work when you or your family members are sick or need to see a doctor without getting penalized. […]