Working for Women
leverages the collective
power of business to elevate
WOMEN in the workforce
Working for Women: While much attention in the United States is given to expanding opportunities for women and girls, not all women have equally benefitted.
More than 1 in 8 women live in poverty – US Census
50%+ of all poor children live in families headed by women – US Census
Only 1% of philanthropic giving goes toward women and girls – Lilly Family School of Philanthropy
It’s time to elevate more women to economic independence.
Social and environmental commitments are key drivers in recruitment, retention and loyalty for today’s workforce.
“2016 Cone Communications Employee Engagement Study”
“To prosper over time, every company must not only deliver financial performance, but also show how it makes a positive contribution to society”
Blackrock CEO Larry Fink’s Annual Letter to CEOS