The Business Case for Childcare
Nearly one in 10 people in the world are younger [...]
Violence Against Black Women – Many Types, Far-reaching Effects
Black women disproportionately experience violence at home, at school, on [...]
Paid Family Leave—Vital Benefits at an Affordable Cost
Paid family and medical leave programs benefit workers, families, employers, and society—but at what cost? IWPR and IMPAQ International recently evaluated existing paid leave programs in three states, as well as the Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMILY) Act as it has been introduced in both houses of Congress. Using data from the U.S. Department of Labor and the Census Bureau, the study determined that family leave could be offered nationwide at modest cost.
Paid Sick Days: Significant Benefits, Low Costs
Unlike most nations in the industrialized world, the United [...]