C. Nicole Mason, Ph.D.

About C. Nicole Mason

Dr. C. Nicole Mason is the former president and CEO of the Institute for Women’s Policy Research, and a leading voice on pay equity, economic policies, and research impacting women.

All In Together: The Role of The Family Resource Center In Achieving Student Parent Success at Los Angeles Valley College

This fact sheet utilizes survey data and focus group [...]

The Pandemic Effect: Women Want Good Pay, Health Coverage, and Better Benefits as They Re-Enter Workforce

A new national survey by IWPR finds solid pay, health insurance, job security, retirement benefits, and paid leave top the list of considerations for women as they re-enter the workforce. 

All Work and Little Pay: IWPR Survey Shows Worrying Challenges for Working Mothers

IWPR’s new survey finds that, on the heels of the economic downturn, working mothers are skeptical about their ability to achieve equal pay. They also report being worried about paying bills and balancing work and family demands. Paid leave and health care are top priorities.

By Jeff Hayes and C. Nicole Mason|2021-12-03T12:33:22-05:00May 4, 2021|Briefing Paper, Publications|0 Comments

What Women Want: IWPR National Survey Details Priorities for the New Administration

A new National Survey by IWPR finds in first 100 days and beyond, affordable, high-quality healthcare, getting the economic recession under control, and job creation are top priorities for women for the new Administration and Congress. Women have been most affected by the COVID-incited economic downturn

By Jeff Hayes and C. Nicole Mason|2021-04-29T15:58:06-05:00February 24, 2021|Briefing Paper, In the Lead, Publications|0 Comments

Build(ing) the Future: Bold Policies for a Gender-Equitable Recovery

This report, Build(ing) the Future: Bold Policies for a Gender-Equitable Recovery, provides a framework for shared prosperity and equitable economic recovery. It examines the impact of the economic crisis and recession on working women, their families, and communities.

Widespread Decline in Household Income During COVID-19 Pandemic Contributes to Food Insufficiency Among Families

COVID-19 has had a devastating impact on the economic security and well-being of families. In addition to finding and sustaining employment, many families are struggling with food insufficiency, a direct consequence of lost earnings. Nationally, more than 37 million Americans, including more than 11 million children are food insecure.

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