Today marks the end of Women’s History Month, which should remind us of how far we’ve come and how far we have to go to achieve gender equity.
Gender inequities, especially at the workplace, are a result of policy or lack thereof. And by being intentional, legislators can—through policies, rules, and culture—remove systemic barriers that women face and build a better, more equitable world for all.
Everyone Deserves a Safe Workplace…And Yes, That Includes the State House
In 2018, amid the #MeToo reckoning, the Massachusetts House of Representatives created a new position, an “independent” Equal Employment Opportunity officer to examine allegations of harassment or discrimination while protecting the confidentiality of accusers and witnesses. They filled the job in June 2019, but the officeholder left for an new job in November 2020. It has been vacant ever since.
That’s right: for 15 months, this office, which remains essential in ensuring that the MA State House is a safe and welcoming workplace for all, has remained empty.
The House cannot run out the rest of the legislative session without filling this position. Let your state rep know that this isn’t acceptable–and that such an office needs more than just nominal independence.
Contact your state rep today.
RSVP Today! Saturday, April 9: Spring into Action for Common Start
Join the Common Start Coalition to celebrate the milestones of our campaign and to hear how YOU can help us ensure a stronger future for every child! For more information about the Common Start Coalition, please go to: www.commonstartma.org
Date: Saturday, April 9
Time: 11:00am – 1:00pm
Place: Boston Common at the Parkman Bandstand
RSVP at https://bit.ly/csrallyrsvp The rally is family friendly and free to attend. Bus transportation with snacks and beverages will be provided from key locations across Massachusetts. With state Covid-19 mask requirements still in place on public and private transportation, including buses, please plan to wear a mask, except while eating snacks or drinking beverages provided to passengers.
