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We are forging relationships and bringing people to the table to build a movement that is improving the lives of working women and their families every single day.
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- New York Times: Americans want to believe jobs are the solution to poverty. They're not.
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- Women Employed: I was asked about my past wages in a job interview. So what's the problem?
Updates
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To the Illinois legislators who have committed to a better, safer future for all, free from #SexualHarassment & vio… https://t.co/LsItzkBKWX
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Activism at your fingertips! Help @AAUW ensure #equalpay for women and families by contacting your members of Congr… https://t.co/JzT6qnwmnd
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RT @jessagots: Call for Session Proposals: 2019 College Changes Everything Conference https://t.co/ko2X9dh4jR https://t.co/W5byhQtNTh
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RT @jessagots: It was a pleasure representing @WomenEmployed on this panel, Careers in Advocating for Women, at my alma mater… https://t.co/dLqEOQIZEk
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