Institute for Women's Policy Research

NEW EVENT! Join us next Thursday, July 18, for a virtual event featuring the voices and stories of Black women leaders as they share their experiences and reflect on the progress that has been made and challenges that remain as we build leadership and growth opportunities for the next generation. Don’t miss this conversation—register today! https://lnkd.in/ewNQyhaK

Today marks #BlackWomensEqualPayDay, highlighting the ongoing struggle for equal pay for equal work. Black women shouldn't have to wait another two centuries for pay equity, yet the latest data from IWPR indicate that it will take over 200 years—until 2227—for Black women’s pay to equal that of White men for full-time, year-round workers. For pay equity across all earnings, it will take until 2362. Read our full statement: https://lnkd.in/e8htqJgb

🚨 TODAY IS THE LAST DAY to support our #ResearchToRevolution campaign! IWPR research shapes economic policy and helps create a more equitable future. Can you help us reach our fundraising goal? Every dollar counts! Donate now and make a lasting impact: iwpr.org/donate 💜🌍 #FinalDay #DonateToday

🚨 There are just TWO DAYS remaining to support IWPR's #ResearchToRevolution campaign. Your donation fuels crucial research on economic disparities faced by women and their families. When you give today, you empower our researchers to uncover insights that will shape policy for a more equitable future. Make your donation now: iwpr.org/donate 🌟📈 #DonateNow 

We are honored to be included in this incredible group of grantees by the Crimsonbridge Foundation! On the funding, Gabriela Smith, Founder and Executive Chair of the Crimsonbridge Foundation, says, “We recognize the gravity, urgency, and pressure of working to build an inclusive and equitable future for women and girls across the country." Read more: https://lnkd.in/e7pRcKaA

On the second anniversary of the Dobbs decision and the overturn of Roe v. Wade, we reflect on the harmful impact it has had on women and families. Since this ruling, many states have passed bans and enacted extreme restrictions that harm the health all women, particularly Black, Latina, low-income, young, rural, and LGBTQIA+ individuals who already face systemic obstacles. IWPR data show these bans not only reduce women's participation in the workforce but also lead to significant wage losses, harming their economic stability and the financial security of their families. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ezX6Chbs

With just ONE WEEK LEFT to reach our goal, your support ensures that IWPR’s vital research continues to drive policy change. Donate today and support our mission to achieve economic equality for women: iwpr.org/donate 

📢 NEW from IWPR: Ahead of the second anniversary of the overturn of Roe v. Wade, new data from IWPR reveals that state abortion bans are costing the US economy $68 billion annually. These bans reduce workforce participation among women, leading to a significant loss in wages and economic power for women and their families. Since the overturn, restrictive bans have disproportionately harmed Black, Latina, low-income, young, and rural women, as well as LGBTQ+ individuals. This not only impacts women’s economic opportunities but also businesses and state economies. Read the latest: https://lnkd.in/ezX6Chbs

NEW from IWPR: The Retirement Income Gap Leaves Women Aged 65+ at Higher Risk of Poverty than Men At 32.6 percent, the gender gap in retirement income—the sum of pension and Social Security income—was 4.0 percent larger than the 28.0 percent gender gap in median earnings in 2021. Women’s account balances are the main driver of this gap. Read more on this from our latest Quick Figure: https://lnkd.in/e34QxHHN

Beth Ramirez, IWPR's Associate Director of Advancement and Philanthropic Partnerships, recently attended an inspiring event where the globally acclaimed storytelling nonprofit, The Moth, partnered with the Ford Foundation's BUILD initiative. The night was filled with powerful storytelling, featuring extraordinary tales of growth, resilience, and impact from BUILD grantees. Read more on the program and Beth’s experience: https://lnkd.in/eYnbQ7FM