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November 12, 2021
Higher Ed Funding Commission Holds Inaugural Meeting
The Southland Journal
November 5, 2021
Op ed: Illinois can go from worst to first in equitable higher education funding
The State Journal-Register
October 25, 2021
Op-Ed: Here’s how employers can stem a mass exodus of women from the workforce
Crain's Chicago Business
October 25, 2021
U.S. women’s satisfaction with their treatment in society is at a record low, but men aren’t on the same page
WBEZ Reset
October 21, 2021
Latina Equal Pay Day: What’s driving the pay gap in Illinois?
ABC-7 Chicago
October 13, 2021
Shaping the Future of Work: A Conversation About Women and Work Post-COVID
NPR with Institute for Women's Policy Research
October 4, 2021
Column: Grant will fund education and awareness efforts to combat wage gap in Illinois
Daily Southtown
October 2, 2021
Abortion Rights Rally At Daley Plaza Part Of Nationwide Protest
CBS 2 Chicago
September 30, 2021
New pay equity partnership will uplift working women in Illinois
Illinois Senate Democrats Caucus News
September 30, 2021
Pritzker Administration Announces $350 Thousand Partnership With Women Employed To Boost Wages For Women
RiverBender.com
September 30, 2021
State Announces Partnership with Women Employed to Boost Wages for Women
Lawndale News
September 29, 2021
IDOL makes $350K partnership with Women Employed, boosting wages for women
WAND TV
September 23, 2021
Former Chicago Bears defensive lineman petitions to know accuser’s identity
The State Journal-Register
August 30, 2021
Op-ed: Illinois must tackle the widening higher education racial divide
Chicago Tribune
August 27, 2021
Biz, Worker Groups Weigh In on DOL’s Contractor Wage Plan
Law360 Employment Authority
August 14, 2021
Absent from class: What happens when non-traditional college students can’t find childcare?
Newsbreak
August 3, 2021
Black Women Are Still Fighting for Equal Pay
PRISM
July 22, 2021
Chicago State President, Women’s Employment Nonprofit Talk Racial Equity In Higher Ed
WBEZ
June 29, 2021
Many Moms Left the Workforce During the Pandemic. For Some, Going Back Isn’t So Simple.
The Washington Post
June 8, 2021
Improving Economic Status For Women
Comcast Newsmakers
May 11, 2021
Rise of the “She-cession”: Women Hit Hardest by COVID Job Losses
Indy Kids
April 6, 2021
A Conversation with Mary Kay Devine of Women Employed
Young Nonprofit Professionals Network of Chicago
March 19, 2021
American Africans United: A Discussion with Shirlondra Brooks of Women Employed
Afrique Today
March 18, 2021
Status of Women 2021 – Blog
Project Good Work
March 18, 2021
Status of Women 2021 – Podcast
Project Good Work
March 12, 2021
Column: BBC Dad (And His Kids) Sprung Onto the Scene Four Years Ago. Would That Video Raise An Eyebrow Today?
Chicago Tribune
March 10, 2021
Economists Fear Long Term Effects of ‘She-Cession’
NBC Chicago
March 9, 2021
Our Chicago: Town Hall to Examine ‘Shecession,’ Impact of Pandemic Recession on Working Women
ABC 7 Chicago
March 9, 2021
Women of Color Hit Especially Hard by Pandemic, Unemployment
WTTW
March 9, 2021
Working Mothers Leaving Good Jobs Due to Child Care Challenges a Year into COVID-19 Pandemic
ABC 7 Chicago
March 8, 2021
Rep. Robin Kelly to Host Event to Discuss Pandemic Impacts on Working Women
Chicago Crusader
February 28, 2021
Spotlight On Organizations Serving Chicago Women
Young Nonprofit Professionals Network
February 25, 2021
Women Employed CEO Cherita Ellens on COVID-19’s $64.5 Billion Problem
Rebellious Magazine
February 23, 2021
The She-cession Crisis: Policy Meets Reality
Skimm This
February 5, 2021
9 Keys to Inclusive Economic Recovery for All Women
Take the Lead
February 5, 2021
Chicago Hotel Workers Call for City Law to Protect their Right to Return to Work
Chicago Crusader
February 5, 2021
Moms, particularly Black moms, are bearing the brunt of job losses during the pandemic, setting back efforts to climb the economic ladder
Chicago Tribune
February 4, 2021
Three things we must do to ensure an equitable ‘shecession’ recovery
Crain's Chicago Business
February 2, 2021
‘Shecession’ of 2.1M American women leave labor market since start of pandemic, Chicago firm says
ABC 7
January 4, 2021
Judy Miyashita: Director of Marketing and Engagement at Women Employed
Be-Roll News
November 13, 2020
Former Chicago hotel workers call on city, former employers to bring them back to work
Chicago Sun Times
November 13, 2020
Unionized hotel workers rally in Federal Plaza demanding to be rehired when economy improves
FOX 32 Chicago
November 1, 2020
How COVID-19 Fueled the First Female Recession
Women & Wealth
October 29, 2020
Recognizing Latina Equal Pay Day During COVID-19
WBEZ
October 25, 2020
Eight Panelists Square Off in The Great Graduated Income Tax Debate
WCIA
October 21, 2020
Experts Discuss Possible Solutions to College Affordability in Illinois
WSIL TV
October 19, 2020
Chartering Ceremony: NC100WB Chicago Metropolitan Chapter
Chicago Defender
October 18, 2020
Feminist Fair Tax Explainer: Why Women’s Groups Say to Vote Yes
Rebellious Magazine
October 15, 2020
Message Replaces Women’s March in 2020: Be Sure to Vote
WBBM News Radio
October 14, 2020
Women’s March Chicago to Host ‘Zoom to the Polls’ on Saturday — One of Hundreds of Events Across the Country to Encourage Voting
Chicago Tribune
September 28, 2020
Paid Leave Proposals Emerging In Illinois
NPR Illinois
September 25, 2020
How to Help Chicago-Area Non-Profits as They Face the Many Challenges of 2020
Rebellious Magazine
September 8, 2020
Women Employed Releases Strategies to Address Racial Equity Gaps in Illinois Higher Education
Daily Herald
August 26, 2020
Alaska Attorney General Resigns Following Report that He Sent Hundreds of Texts to State Employee
Anchorage Daily News
August 23, 2020
COVID-19’s Impact on Women in the Workplace
ABC-7 Chicago
August 18, 2020
Female Leaders Lobby for “Fair Tax” on Milestone of 19th Amendment
25 NEWS
August 18, 2020
Michelle Packs A Punch — Moseley Braun To Deliver State Votes — ‘Failures’ In Smollett Case
POLITICO Illinois Playbook
August 14, 2020
The Time is Now for Equal Pay for Black Women
The Daily Line
August 13, 2020
‘Black Women’s Equal Pay Day’ Spotlights Persistent Wage Gap
WTTW, Chicago Tonight
August 13, 2020
Centering Women of Color for Lasting Change
CAN TV
August 13, 2020
Congressman Schneider Announces Series Of Virtual Events
The Patch
August 13, 2020
COVID-19 Worsening Vast Wage Gap for Black Women
WBEZ
August 11, 2020
An Advocate Shares Her Motivation Behind Being a Part of Women’s Movement
Free Spirit Media
August 3, 2020
Women & Covid 19: Unequal Risk
Streetwise
July 15, 2020
Women Employed announcements about virtual upcoming events
Free Spirit Media
May 22, 2020
Could COVID-19 Set Economic Equality Back?
Worth
May 14, 2020
Women Employed’s Virtual Luncheon Convened Leaders from Across Sectors to Discuss COVID Impacts on Economy and Working Women
MarketWatch
May 12, 2020
More Than 2,000 Illinoisans Sign Petition Urging Leaders to Enact Paid Sick Time
Rockford Register Star
May 5, 2020
Women Bear Brunt Of Pandemic, Advocate Says
WBBM
April 28, 2020
The 21st Show: Women Make Up Large Share of Essential Workforce
Illinois Public Media
March 8, 2020
6 Incredible Charities That Support Women’s Financial Independence
HerMoney
February 28, 2020
Chicago to Mark 2020 Equal Pay Day on Latina Equal Pay Day
The Daily Herald
February 28, 2020
Equal Pay Day, Latina Equal Pay Day rally planned
Windy City Times
February 21, 2020
Activists and House Lawmakers are Demanding That Women Workers BE HEARD
Ms. Magazine
February 13, 2020
The Push For Paid Family Leave Grows Stronger
NPR IL
February 4, 2020
Things To Do in Chicago Today | Feb. 4
Chicago Tribune
December 20, 2019
In the workplace, women have it worse
Crain's Chicago Business
December 9, 2019
City Club of Chicago: Unfinished Business – Closing the Gender Equity Gap for Women and Girls in Chicago
WGN Radio
December 8, 2019
11 Nonprofits Making a Major Impact in Chicago
Better
December 5, 2019
An Interview Featuring Women Employed
National Diversity Council News
November 19, 2019
Commentary: Rachel Maddow and other debate moderators should challenge Democratic candidates on health, equity and safety for women
Chicago Tribune
November 14, 2019
Conversations for Equal Pay Podcast with Cherita Ellens
Lean In Women of Color
November 5, 2019
Advancing Inclusion Through Pay Equity: The ‘No Salary History’ Law and Beyond
HR Leader
October 16, 2019
The wage gap is not (just) your mama’s problem
The Chicago Reader
September 30, 2019
A new Illinois law prohibits employers from asking job applicants for their pay history. Here’s what that means.
Chicago Tribune
September 30, 2019
Ban on Use of Wage Histories Takes Effect in Illinois
Bloomberg Law
September 27, 2019
Illinois’ new wage history law takes effect this weekend. Here’s what you need to know.
Crain's Chicago Business
August 21, 2019
Joan Esposito: Live, Local, & Progressive with Sharmili Majmudar (1:06:00)
WCPT 820 Radio
August 20, 2019
Commentary: It takes 20 months for a black woman to earn what a man earns in a year. We can fix that.
Chicago Tribune
August 19, 2019
Schneider panel: Gender pay gap hurts individuals, this country’s economy
Chicago Tribune
August 9, 2019
New statewide sexual harassment protections become law
Crain's Chicago Business
July 31, 2019
Gov. Pritzker signs wage history bill preventing employers from asking job applicants previous pay
ABC 7 News
July 31, 2019
Gobernador Pritzker firma proyecto de ley que impide que los empleadores pregunten a los solicitantes sobre historial salarial
Univision Chicago
July 31, 2019
Pritzker signs law barring employers from asking applicants’ pay history
WGN News
July 31, 2019
Pritzker firma ley para combatir la discriminación salarial
Telemundo Chicago
July 31, 2019
Law banning salary history will be life-changing for workers
Crain's Chicago Business
July 18, 2019
Chicago News Report, July 15: Protest in Support of Equal Pay for Women Soccer Players (starts at 18:45)
Medill News Service
July 16, 2019
Soccer fans, activists rally at U.S. Soccer headquarters for equal pay
Chicago Tribune
July 16, 2019
200,000 petition signatures demanding equal pay for women’s soccer team delivered to U.S. Soccer Federation
Chicago Sun-Times
July 16, 2019
Protests Outside US Soccer HQ Show An Escalation Of The USWNT’s Equal Pay Fight
SB Nation: All For XI
July 16, 2019
Equal pay advocates rally at U.S. Soccer Headquarters in Chicago
WGN
June 4, 2019
Illinois Sexual Harassment and Pay Equity Bills Head to Governor
Bloomberg Law
May 1, 2019
Joan Esposito Live: Interview with Cherita Ellens (starts at 1:30:15)
WCPT 820 Radio
April 2, 2019
Everyone Can Do Something: Advancing Gender Equity in the Workplace
1871
March 29, 2019
Commentary: What Chicago’s first female African-American mayor can do for girls, women
Chicago Tribune
March 21, 2019
Illinois Bill Aims To Restrict Wage Discrimination
Patch
March 21, 2019
Gov. Pritzker Celebrates Women’s History Month
Shelby County News
March 21, 2019
Equal Pay Legislation Advances to Senate, Stuart Calls for Support with Equal Pay Petition
River Bender
March 7, 2019
Celebrating Womanhood
Lawndale News
February 20, 2019
Historic minimum wage increase will affect 1.4 million Illinoisans
Illinois Business Journal