National Women's Law Center

Our Mission...

to protect and advance the progress of women and girls at work, in school, and in virtually every aspect of their lives.

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Spotlight On...

Key Fair Pay Bill Advancing in Congress!

On April 23, 2008, the Senate voted on a motion to advance the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act, a key bill that would have a major impact on the lives of women who’ve been subject to pay discrimination. While we didn’t get the 60 votes necessary to move to the next big step — scheduling a debate and vote on the bill itself — the fight isn’t over. Tell your Senators the bill deserves fair consideration on the Senate floor.

Health Care Reform Matters for Women

The fight for progressive health care reform is at crossroads at both the state and national levels. Addressing the barriers to women's health care access is more important than ever before, and women must be active and vocal advocates in this fight. To that end, NWLC has launched a new resource, Reform Matters: Making Real Progress for Women and Health Care.

Speak Up for Child Care This Mother's Day

As we celebrate the mothers in our own lives this Mother's Day, we also remember that many low-income parents are denied the best gift of all - knowing that their children are in high-quality child care. In honor of Mother's Day, please write a Letter to the Editor of your local newspaper, reminding our nation's leaders to make child care and Head Start national funding priorities

High School Dropouts: A Problem for Girls and Boys

An alarmingly high number of girls are dropping out of high school and these female dropouts are at particular economic risk compared to their male counterparts, according to a new report by the National Women’s Law Center.

Making the Grade on Women’s Health

The country is far behind in providing women with adequate health care, according to a landmark new report from the National Women’s Law Center. Check out Making the Grade on Women’s Health: A National and State-by-State Report Card.


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