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10/06/14

Some people are losing hope that we will ever overcome some of our nation’s most troubling social and political challenges. But there is hope. The answer lies in ensuring that policymakers and policies reflect the full cultural, ethnic, racial, gender, religious, spiritual and political diversity...

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Diann Rust-Tierney

Open Flexible Work

10/05/14

In a departure from the usual fashion magazine fare, the latest issue of Glamour features two articles about the tech industry: " Secrets of Silicon Valley (That Only Women Know) " and " 35 Women Under 35 Who Are Changing the Tech Industry ." I particularly enjoyed the "Secrets" article, although...

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Shay Chan Hodges

Food!

10/03/14

What an exciting moment to be working on food justice! Change is happening on every front, from the new meal and snack standards in schools, to real progress being made in the fight against junk food marketing to kids. We’re so proud to have such a stellar group of moms working with us on this...

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Karen Showalter

Politics & Policy

10/02/14

"It's discriminatory to deny housing to a woman for violence committed against her. To face discrimination, on top of domestic violence, only compounds the injustice," said Gustavo Velasquez, HUD's Assistant Secretary for Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity.

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Anita Sarah Jackson

Family Economic Security MomsVote Paid Family Leave Politics & Policy

10/02/14

I was out the other night with some of my colleagues and we were discussing ideas about what could help create a more supportive work culture at our university. The only two women at the table spoke about the need for more family friendly workplaces, specifically the need for paid family leave. We...

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Meredith Tweed

Health Care

10/02/14

The intuitive, close connection that is possible with someone who looks like you, shares your experience, and understands your assumptions, is a powerful force for health and change. I am a child of the sixties, and a Jew who takes seriously the prophetic challenge to pursue justice. But my...

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Rachel Abramson

Politics & Policy

10/02/14

In case you missed it: Check out this important press release from HUD's Office of Fair Housing; they're helping to turn the tide against maternal housing discrimination!

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Anita Sarah Jackson

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10/01/14

When we hear that some one is expecting a baby, we wait for the next big announcement: girl or boy. Sadly for one of every four babies the next announcement is about a death from miscarriage, stillbirth or early infant death. (World Health Organization 2013) WAIT - PLEASE! Do not turn away. We can...

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Mary E. Mannix

Health Care

10/01/14

Exactly one year ago, open enrollment in the federal and state health insurance marketplaces opened! Honestly, this first year of the marketplaces felt a lot like the first year of parenthood. There were thrills, spills and a lot of unknowns. Thankfully, we've come a LONG way from the early days...

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Ashley Boyd

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Food!

09/30/14

October brings shorter days, crisp apples, pumpkins and Halloween. It heralds in the beginning of the holiday season that will last until January. It also marks the beginning of Halloween candy, school parties and an onslaught of junk food that your kids are exposed to this time of year. Yet, we...

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