If Canada Can Have a Half-Female Cabinet, Why Can’t We?

by womensdebate | Nov 11, 2015 | Leadership

Last week, newly elected Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau made headlines by nominating 15 women to his 30-seat Cabinet. Asked why he did it, he replied, “Because it’s 2015. Source: Politico Magazine

Amazon increases parental leave, offers paid paternity leave for first time

by womensdebate | Nov 2, 2015 | Personal Safety

Amazon announced to its employees today that it has increased the amount of leave time it is giving to new parents, joining a host of other tech companies that are extending benefits in order to attract top talent. Source: PBS NewsHour

Governor Cuomo Signs Legislation to Protect and Further Women’s Equality in New York State

by womensdebate | Oct 21, 2015 | Personal Safety

Governor Announces $6.4 Million for Sexual Assault Prevention and Assistance Providers. Source: Governor.ny.gov

California now has one of the toughest equal pay laws in the country

by womensdebate | Oct 6, 2015 | Economic Opportunities

California took a major step Tuesday toward closing the lingering wage gap between men and women. Source: Los Angeles Times

This could be the new big idea about childcare from Democrats

by womensdebate | Sep 2, 2015 | Economic Opportunities

This election cycle, Democratic contenders are spotlighting the need for affordable child care in the United States, an issue they warn is increasingly urgent as families grapple with burdensome costs. Source: The Washington Post