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National Women’s Law Center https://nwlc.org
WH AT IT I S The Center began in 1972, when secretaries at a public interest law firm made four demands: better pay for women, more women staff attorneys, work on women’s rights, and no serving coffee. And they succeeded.
VISION The National Women’s Law Center fights for gender justice — in the courts, in public policy, and in our society — working across the issues that are central to the lives of women and girls. They use the law in all its forms to change culture and drive solutions to the gender inequity that shapes our society and to break down the barriers that harm all of us — especially those who face multiple forms of discrimination, including women of color, LGBTQ people, and low-income women and families. For more than 45 years, they have been on the leading edge of every major legal and policy victory for women.
WH AT TH E Y DO The Center has been a leader in the landmark legal and public policy advances that have dramatically improved the lives of women and their families for more than 40 years. The Center also provides educational services to all women in the areas of child care and early learning, health care and reproductive rights, workplace justice, and many other areas.
WH AT YOU C A N DO • Donate • Support their virtual gala • Share your story • Participate in “Calls to Action” with your local, state and national lawmakers
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