In 2020, Colorado voters approved a new paid family and medical leave law. Under Proposition 118, Colorado would require that employers provide 12 weeks of paid time off for childbirth and family emergencies. Eight other states and Washington, D.C., have created similar programs in the last two decades. For years business interests have paid leave measures,…
Worker justice has fueled more than 50 years of resistance by the 9to5 National Association of Working Women’s Mission. And at the inception of 9to5 Colorado, protecting women in the workplace was and is our first priority. Now, we focus on all oppressed genders and people of color who are often disregarded in the workplace….
Climate Justice became 9to5’s newest issue area after realizing many of the injustices our members face overlap with climate change. These issues, including a lack of access to clean air and water and poor public transit, inhibit our ability to thrive and live healthy lives. We aim to find practical and sustainable policy solutions that…
Join us for a Know Your Rights training about Colorado’s Paid Family and Medical Leave program. This training will be held at our office in a hybrid capacity; please indicate whether you will be attending in person or virtually. Interpretation is available for all participants and food will be provided for in-person attendees. Únase a…
Write a letter to your Senator to help keep Coloradans housed!
We’ve had enough – enough of missing paychecks to care for ill family members, enough of losing income in order to have time to heal after birth or to bond with a new baby, and enough of needing surgery and having to go back to work too soon just to pay the bills. We –…
You’ve probably heard Dolly Parton’s hit song or watched the classic 1980’s film “9to5”. But how exactly are these media hits tied to our organization and the work we do now? In this pilot, we’re introducing ourselves and breaking down who we are, what you can expect from this podcast and why you should keep…
As we ring in the New Year, we’re excited and energized to tackle the big things to come in 2024 with you – our members, friends, and supporters. Our teams are gearing up for busy legislative sessions, a big election year, and some exciting surprises next year. We’re counting on your support to make our…
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