This opinion piece on some proposed legislation for parental leave changes in Australia explores an interesting question. (Australians get 18 weeks of pay equivalent to the minimum wage.) The writer asks, do we consider government paid parental leave as a welfare payment? Or as a policy to support all working families? The answer to that question … Continued
14 weeks of paid leave for primary caregivers! Way to go Nestle!
After having a child, the Founder of TOMS truly gets it! Blake Mycoskie is now offering his employees eight weeks of paid leave and flex schedules! “It’s an experience I wish every new dad could have, but I realize how lucky I am,” he said. We love to see leaders blazing the path for working … Continued
A new study confirms something we’ve long suspected, working “mom guilt” is unwarranted. Career women make fantastic role models for both sons and daughters!
Columbia professor Jane Waldfogel thinks paid leave in the US is just a matter of time. And gives a shout-out to Northwest company Laughing Planet for leading the charge!
Happy Father’s Day! Our gift to you wonderful dad’s (or soon to be dad’s!) is to continue working to change our countries parental leave culture to one that honors and supports your hard work as fathers. Here is a sweet little reminder that change is underway!
Our founder, Amy Beacom, just had a chance to hear Multnomah County Commisioner Jules Bailey and author Josh Levs speak on the topic of paternity leave, thanks to Family Forward Oregon. It is so nice to hear more dad’s joining the fight for better parental leave policies and practice, especially ones with the passion, knowledge, … Continued
Whether it’s mandated paid leave or not, there is no question our nation’s parental leave policies and practice are changing. Way to go Boston!
This fascinating map shows the amount of paternity leave offered by country. We believe engaged fathers are key to successful parental leave policies!
We love this piece by Lauren Sandler in the New Republic. We also think that parental leave need not be a partisan issue! The time is now! “Paid leave goes from progressive pipe dream to political reality.”