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In the United States and around the world, women and girls are facing increasing threats to their safety, health, and rights. Our founder, Melinda French Gates, wants to help alter that trajectory. Earlier today, she announced she’s committing $1 billion over the next two years to leaders and organizations working to advance women’s power globally. Head to our website to learn more about some of the places those resources will go: https://lnkd.in/gDpbYMuK

Caregiving is a growing concern for many families in the U.S. In our new survey, 76% of caregivers said being a caregiver has impacted their stress, while 67% said it's impacted their personal finances. While more investors and entrepreneurs are turning their attention to care, there’s still an enormous (and overlooked) opportunity to create solutions that not only make caregiving easier and more affordable for families, but also generate returns for investors. https://lnkd.in/eyyn-aMs

“It’s time that our leaders understand what women and families have grasped for decades: Care is an issue that affects everyone.” It’s also an issue we can do something about—and leaders can start by investing in affordable caregiving solutions. Here’s what that could look like, according to Renee Kuriyan Wittemyer, Pivotal’s VP of Program Strategy. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gmNQQTmZ

Companies stand to gain immensely from investing in child care benefits for their employees, according to a new study by Moms First and Boston Consulting Group (BCG). In addition to helping working parents find and afford care, these benefits can also boost their productivity, job satisfaction, career progression, and retention. That’s a win-win—for employees and for companies. https://lnkd.in/gTdmxrpF

This illuminating article from The Guardian, which features our partners Brennan Center for Justice and Issue One, shows what’s at stake for families, communities, and our democracy when women election officials face threats and harassment just for doing their jobs. https://lnkd.in/gREsfBE5

No one should ever be the target of threats or violence. Yet state and local officeholders across the U.S. are facing increased intimidation, abuse, and threats—often from the very people they’ve been elected to serve. And women and people of color are bearing the brunt of it, according to the Brennan Center for Justice. Explore their recommendations on what can be done to keep leaders safe and help protect our democracy. https://lnkd.in/geR8xNhB

“Immigrants, refugees, new Americans bring a really rich and vibrant perspective that is needed in our policymaking.” We couldn’t agree more, Ghida Dagher. Learn about the inspiring ways our partner, New American Leaders, is working to increase the representation of “New Americans”—immigrants, refugees, and the children of immigrants and refugees—in state legislatures across the U.S.

A math puzzle stumped the world for 2,000 years. These two high-school-aged women solved it. This story from 60 MINUTES is a powerful example of what’s possible when women of all ages have opportunities to break into—and succeed in—STEM🌟

The hidden costs of unpaid caregiving in the U.S. are taking a massive toll on families across the country. As Caring Across Generations’ Nicole Jorwic puts it: The situation is “beyond a crisis point.” This important CBS Mornings series from Lisa Ling sheds a much-needed light on the issue, as well as the solutions that could help caregivers and their families get the support they need.