Working women will continue to fight for equality

November 7, 2024

Working women will continue to fight for equality and reproductive rights in the face of adversity Statement from 9to5 As we face a second Trump administration, we renew our commitment to advocating for the rights and needs of women and non-binary people of color who are at greatest risk of losing hard-fought gains. Our fight…

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October Update | Actualización de Octubre

October 11, 2024

Hi Friend,   On October 3rd we recognized Latina Equal Pay Day! Last year, Latinas made just 51 cents for every dollar paid to white, non-Hispanic men.This comes on the heels of new research that tells us that the pay gap has widened for the first time in 20 years.    ¡El 3 de octubre…

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August Newsline

August 27, 2024

Hi {{ FirstName | default: ‘Friend’ }}, As we commemorate Women’s Equality Day, we’re reminded of the long struggle for women’s rights and the work that still lies ahead. As Black women, caregivers, and co-CEOs of 9to5, we’ve seen firsthand how far we’ve come – and how far we have yet to go. Today, we…

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August Update | Actualización de Agosto

August 8, 2024

Hi Friend, This summer has been all about balancing work and rest for our team. In late July, we traveled to beautiful Flat Rock, North Carolina for a brief retreat where we reconvened with the rest of the 9to5 staff. Together we spent a few days engaging in outdoor activities (and even a cooking competition!)…

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Re: Open Letter on the Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF) Plan for Georgia FFY2024-2026

August 2, 2024

Last week, 13 members of the Georgia Infant-Toddler Coalition, including 9to5 Georgia, released a letter related to Georgia’s draft Child Care Development Fund (CCDF) State Plan released in May.   The CCDF State Plan is the primary mechanism used to determine a state’s compliance with federal rules and its application for federal funding used to fund…

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May Newsline

May 28, 2024

Hi Friend, 2023 was a big year for 9to5! Together, we fought for big wins, celebrated our huge milestone of 50 years, and grew as a movement. We couldn’t be more proud of the work we’ve accomplished together and are so excited to reach our next goals. You can read more about 2023 and our…

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Newsline March 2024

April 11, 2024

Reflections & Highlights from the Month! Hello friends! It feels a bit ironic that the first equal payday of the year also coincides with Women’s History Month. 9to5 has been fighting for over 50 years to close the gender wage gap, but it still persists, showing up across all jobs, geography, and education levels. While…

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Newsline February 2024

March 7, 2024

Hi Friend,  We are in the thick of legislative session at the state and federal level and our teams are working tirelessly to advocate for policies that put people first.  In Colorado we continue to fight for stronger renters rights, climate justice, and to ensure water quality for residents while at the same time our…

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The Economic Harms of Restricting Reproductive Freedom 

March 1, 2024

Recently, we joined 60 other organizations to send a letter to Congress on how reproductive justice is an economic justice issue. Check out the full letter below. Dear Senator,  We, the undersigned 61 organizations dedicated to economic justice and gender justice write in support of access to abortion and recognize that the freedom to control…

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Letter to the Editor – The Importance of Paid Leave

February 23, 2024

Wisconsin resident Leah Hibl is a medical professional who has seen both sides of the paid leave crisis. A part of our Wisconsin Care Coalition’s Storytellers Cohort, Leah shared her perspective in a letter to the editor of the Sheboygan Press. To read her letter click HERE.

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