Women Employed - 45 Years of Leading Change for Working Women

Join us May 25th for our signature annual event.

45+ Years of Leading Change for Working Women

Urge Illinois Lawmakers to Pass Paid Sick Days Now

Tell Congress to pass the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act NOW!

Tell Your U.S. Senator It’s Time for Paycheck Fairness.

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Upcoming Events

May 25

The Working Lunch

12:00 pm - 1:30 pm

WE are Women Employed. And WE are on a Mission.

Since 1973, WE have been creating fundamental, systemic change for working women. But WE haven’t come this far just to come this far.

WE are doubling down on rising up, and with our NEW LOOK, we’re heading into a bolder future. We’re asking you to join us.

Know Your Rights on the Job

Illinois No Salary History & Pay Equity Toolkit

Employment Rights Under Federal Law

Employment Rights Under Illinois Law

Our Work

Career Pathways

Equal Pay

Minimum Wage

Student Success

Sexual Harassment

Paid Sick Time & Paid Leave

Financial Aid & Student Debt

Fair Scheduling

Pregnancy Fairness

Bridge Programs & Career Foundations

Let's Get to Work

A fairer tomorrow starts today. Support WE and support all working women.

WE Fight on the Right Side of History. See Our Track Record of Success.

Passed a No Salary History law in Illinois to advance pay equity

Won paid sick time in Chicago and Cook County

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

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