issue: Feminism

NOW Partners with Coronavirus Care Fund to Offer Relief for Domestic Workers

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WASHINGTON, D.C.— In 2019, 91.5 percent of all domestic workers in the United States were women, and 57.1 percent were people of color. Now the Coronavirus is decimating the livelihoods of many domestic employees as their employers close off their homes, and those who are still employed are risking their safety to keep working. A high number of domestic workers are also undocumented immigrants, so despite paying taxes, they will not receive unemployment benefits Read more …

Reactions to Hulu Series Mrs. America

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“…we do intend to use the opportunity the miniseries presents to elevate the national conversation on why the ERA is needed more than ever…”

NOW Celebrates Intersectional Feminists This Women’s History Month

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WASHINGTON, D.C.— Throughout Women’s History Month, and especially on International Women’s Day, NOW celebrates the women past and present who risked everything and worked tirelessly for women’s rights. They countered attacks on the constitutional right to equality for women in the United States and rallied to secure the right to vote. But as we prepare to celebrate the historic 100th anniversary of the 19th amendment this year, we recognize that many women of color continue to face Read more …