By Madeline St. Amour About one-quarter of today's college students are also parents, and they've been hit with a double whammy by this pandemic. "They were already vulnerable to begin with," said Lindsey Reichlin Cruse, study director at the Institute for Women's Policy Research. "Their economic [...]

By Angela Baker Technology plays a fundamental role in solving our world’s most pressing challenges. It has the power to address global issues, accelerate the economy and drive social development. Unlocking the true potential of technology requires diverse and inclusive innovation. Yet, currently, there is [...]

The coronavirus pandemic is revealing the country’s economic inequity with painful contrasts. Some workers are able to work from home, pay for childcare and stock up on food. Others are pushed out of low-wage hourly jobs because of social distancing and must juggle childcare for [...]

By Samantha Schmidt and Tara Bahrampour Many raising children on their own are worried what might happen to their kids if mom or dad gets the coronavirus A significant portion of nurses, home-health aides and other providers who must continue to go to work are [...]

BY TAMARA Y. JEFFRIES For many living in self-isolation, there's still no peace of mind, body or spirit Social isolation may be a drag for you, but for some sisters, it’s literally putting their lives in danger. Domestic violence resource centers across the country are anticipating an [...]