Native Women’s Equal Pay Day
In America, Native women earn on average just 51 cents per every dollar that non-Latino/x white men make, when looking at both full- and part-time workers. And even if you look just at those working full-time year-round, their wages equate to 57 cents to every dollar made by their white male counterparts. So no matter how you calculate it, Native women’s wages just don’t add up. With one of the worst pay gaps in America, this disparity in pay places Native women at an even greater economic disadvantage.
November 30th marks Native Women’s Equal Pay Day. It is a day used to drive awareness about the pay inequities facing Native women. This day represents how far into 2022 Native women have to work to make what white men were paid in 2021 alone—highlighting the fact that it takes Native women 23 months to earn what white men make in 12. That striking gap in pay makes it increasingly difficult when it comes to caring for themselves, their families, and anyone else entrusted to their care.
We are asking that you join Women Employed, other advocates, and our partners all across the country for a Twitterstorm on November 30th at 1 p.m. CST, to draw attention to the wage gap for Native women and to speak out for change. To join the Twitterstorm, click the button below.
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Congrats to Board Chair Lynn Watkins-Asiyanbi |
Congratulations to Women Employed Board Chair Lynn Watkins-Asiyanbi, who was recognized this month by Crain's Chicago Business as one of their 2022 Notable Nonprofit Board Leaders. This is well-deserved recognition for the fantastic leadership and strategic vision that Lynn provides to Women Employed each and every day. We are incredibly lucky to have her on our team.
Read Lynn's profile in Crain's.
See all of Crain's 2022 Notable Nonprofit Board Leaders.
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November is National Entrepreneurship Month |
This month is recognized as National Entrepreneurship Month. A month dedicated to innovators, creatives, and fearless business owners across the country. According to the Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA), the number of Black and Latino/a/x-owned businesses starting up are increasing at faster rates than white-owned businesses. In fact, since 2007, the number of firms owned by Black women has grown by 164 percent.
At Women Employed, we understand the challenges that many Black and Brown women face when stepping into entrepreneurship. And we also know that entrepreneurship is a pathway towards wealth building and economic freedom. To better aid women in pursuing their entrepreneurial dreams, WE recently launched our Women’s Entrepreneurship Hub or WE Hub.
The WE Hub is a site created by women for women that gathers valuable resources, created by trusted partners throughout Illinois, all into one place to help make the path towards entrepreneurship easier. We are thrilled to launch WE Hub so more women can build wealth and freedom through entrepreneurship! To learn more and sign up for this FREE tool, visit wehub.org.
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“She Says”: What WE is Thankful For |
Much like most families near and far, the staff at Women Employed are also looking forward to next week’s Thanksgiving celebrations. Between preparing our menus, hosting our families―some for the first time!―and looking forward to watching the countless hours of Thanksgiving football games, WE have also taken an introspective look into our lives to think about what and who matters most. From working with amazing colleagues and impacting change, to our families and fur babies, one thing is clear. And that is the dynamic women of Women Employed have quite a bit to be thankful for.
In this month’s installment of “She Says”, you, our valued supporters, will read touching notes on what staff members are grateful for this Thanksgiving season and beyond. And don’t forget—one of the things we are all so thankful for, each and every day, is YOU. Your support drives our work and fuels the progress we’re making for working women and families. So, sit back, relax with the warm beverage of your choosing, and enjoy this glimpse into what WE are thankful for!
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100 Shades of MOMpreneurs |
The Hustle Mommies nonprofit’s MOMpreneur Council is hosting its first installment of its 100 Shades of MOMprenuers event, Friday, November 18th at 6:00 p.m. CT, where Black moms will be honored for serving their communities as business owners and moms who want to see change. This event will include light bites, vibes and a good time that will raise funds for the Hustle Mommies efforts to support moms’ professional development for their careers and business.
WE’s own President and CEO Cherita Ellens is one of two keynote speakers. WE are thrilled to partner with the Hustle Mommies Nonprofit to celebrate their 10 year anniversary.
Learn more and get tickets at here!
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Women In Leadership Roundtable |
Join Impact on November 21st at 11:00 a.m. CT as they host a roundtable with women in leadership positions from across the professional world. Women Employed's own Cherita Ellens, along with other guest speakers, will talk about how being a woman has had an effect on their careers, and give advice for professional women who want to follow in their footsteps.
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Patricia “Pippy” Pruitt, Vice President of Women at Impact
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Brandon Baker, Diversity and Inclusion Coordinator
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Cherita Ellens, CEO and President of Women Employed
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Patricia Mota, CEO and President of HACE
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Cynthia Bennett, VP of Talent Acquisition / Partner at Impact
See these incredible women speak during the Women in Leadership Roundtable by registering for the free webinar at https://bit.ly/3UeH53Y.
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Latina Equal Pay Day Event |
Join Women Employed and the Equal Pay Day Chicago Coalition in downtown Chicago on Thursday, December 8th at 4:00 p.m. CT for Empowerment, Progress, and Determination: Advocating for Accountability—an event in solidarity with Latina Equal Pay Day, the last Equal Pay Day of the year, and economic justice for all women all year round.
Equal Pay Day Chicago's first in-person event in 3 years will feature a conversation with Latina leaders from across Chicago and Illinois on how we can advocate for accountability and work towards change. We'll follow with a reception honoring coalition founder Barb Yong and celebrating her upcoming retirement. Appetizers and refreshments will be provided by Latinx-owned businesses.
Space is limited, so register today for this free, in-person event, hosted by the Equal Pay Day Chicago Coalition: https://bit.ly/epdc2022.
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Join Our Next Advocacy Council Meeting |
The Advocacy Council is WE’s volunteer group that meets to mobilize, advocate, inform, and “friendraise” and fundraise to advance the movement for women’s economic equality.
The next meeting will be held on Tuesday, December 13, 2022, from 5-7 p.m. Join this meeting for a brief policy update followed by our annual end of year fundraising call-a-thon! This calling campaign is an opportunity for Advocacy Council volunteers and WE staff to make calls to some of our most reliable supporters, reminding them to make their year-end gifts.
We are encouraging in-person attendance for this meeting (where we’ll have pizza), but if you need to join virtually let us know and we can send you a list of supporters to call along with a script.
For more information, contact Michelle Schwartz, Senior Events and Volunteer Manager, at mschwartz@womenemployed.org. To RSVP, click the button below.
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The State Journal Register |
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