4 Things We Can All Learn from “Dollars and “Sense:” A Cost/Benefit Analysis of Paid Leave in Georgia”
July 26, 2022
Paid leave is essential for the economic security of all workers and is a policy with widespread bipartisan support, but some politicians continue to resist it at the local, state, and federal level. While many states and local governments have successfully implemented some form of paid leave, millions of workers across the country still face…
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2022 Legislative Wrap-Up
June 3, 2022
In February, we told you all about the legislation we were watching in Georgia, Colorado, Wisconsin, and at the federal level. Legislation sessions in Georgia and Colorado have come to an end and we’re back to hear from our state directors on the wins and what’s next. Mica Whitfield, Georgia State Director Winning Workplace Harassment…
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9to5 Georgia announces Women to Marvel Award honorees, selected for their contributions to our communities
May 10, 2022
ATLANTA —Today, 9to5, National Association of Working Women, Georgia Chapter, announced the four honorees selected to receive the organization’s “Women to Marvel” Award. Nominated by their peers for their resiliency, bold advocacy and community impact, the honorees will be celebrated May 21, 2022, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at a virtual event and…
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9to5GA applauds H.B. 1390 protections for city and county workers against harassment, intimidation and retaliation
April 4, 2022
H.B. 1390 is a positive step, but needs to be expanded to protect all workers ATLANTA — Today, 9to5 Georgia, the state chapter of 9to5, National Association of Working Women — a leader in the fight for women’s economic security and equity for nearly 50 years — praised the passage of House Bill 1390,…
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Meet Our New Savannah CJFP Cohort!
March 23, 2022
Our Spring Cohort of the Community Justice Fellowship Program kicked off at the beginning of the month! We are excited to welcome these passionate leaders into the work that we do and we can’t wait to see how they will use the skills they gain in this fellowship to bring positive change to their communities….
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Crossover Day in Georgia!
March 15, 2022
Today is Crossover Day, the Georgia General Assembly’s internal deadline for bills to clear at least one chamber and advance for further consideration by either the House or Senate! It’s one of the busiest days of the year at the Capitol, where legislators run through a marathon day of voting on different bills. Bills…
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9to5GA and RGWA demand passage of anti-harassment and whistleblower protections for GA workers
March 3, 2022
Advocates, state officials and impacted workers speak out in support of HB 1389 and HB 1390 ATLANTA — Today, 9to5 Georgia, the state chapter of 9to5, National Association of Working Women, joined Georgia State Rep. Teri Anulewicz, the Respect Georgia Workers Alliance — a coalition of advocacy groups from across the state working to…
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February Newsline: Reflections & Highlights from the month!
February 22, 2022
Hi Friend, It doesn’t matter if we’re talking about voting rights, utility justice, pay equity, housing rights, reproductive justice, or paid leave–we know that racism & sexism are baked into the institutions that uphold inequity. Our fight for a better future inherently means fighting against anti-Blackness and the pervasive way racial divisions have been used…
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Utility Justice
February 15, 2022
In Albany, a rural city three hours south of Atlanta, we’ve seen a lot of crises. We were an epicenter during COVID, we have been through hurricanes, floods, and tornadoes, however, one of our biggest threats is something much simpler: our light bill. Every month, families across the city receive utility bills anywhere from $300…
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2022 Legislation to Watch
February 2, 2022
Voting is just one step in building a stronger future for ourselves, our families, and communities. We elect representatives at the local, state and federal level but our responsibility doesn’t end there- we must constantly pressure them to support policies and bills that help our families, our communities and our country thrive. Below is a…
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