A message from BWWC Executive Director, Kim Borman

The election of Vice-President elect Kamala Harris shattered a glass ceiling for the first time in history. We now have the first woman, first African-American and first South Asian-American sitting in the second most powerful seat of our government. 

The election news was great. But the reality of today remains grim as COVID continues to ravage our country and hurt our economy. USA Today reported in October that 865,000 women had left the workforce due to COVID-19, compared to 216,000 men. Out of the women who dropped out, 324,000 were Latinas and 58,000 were Black women. These startling statistics could take back all of the gains in equity and advancement working women, especially those of color, have fought hard for in the last several years.

As we face the immediacy of the current “shecession,” we at the BWWC are focused on action. We are dedicating our upcoming Effective Practices Conference to a rigorous discussion around the issues facing employers and employees as we make our way through this crisis. What can we do now that  works is our battle cry. 

Expect a robust dialogue on December 3rd at our annual Effective Practices Conference. Please plan on joining us. We’re excited to roll up our sleeves and do the work.

 See you there!