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Minimum paid sick days law in San Francisco: Better for business, healthier for workers

A new report from the Institute for Women’s Policy Research (IWPR) examines the effects of San Francisco’s paid sick days law and finds positive benefits of the policy for employers and employees alike. Passed in 2007, the law covers 17% of San Francisco workforce, or about 59,000 workers. It allows any part- or full-time employeeContinue reading “Minimum paid sick days law in San Francisco: Better for business, healthier for workers”

A benefit that shouldn’t be a luxury

From the ctpost.com: It’s a good bet anyone arguing against state-mandated sick days never has to worry about losing his job over a stomach bug. It’s the same way that people who push hardest for budget cuts know the programs on the chopping block don’t directly affect their lives. [Connecticut ] Governor Dannel Malloy hasContinue reading “A benefit that shouldn’t be a luxury”

What about Dad? Take a survey about how work-family issues impact men

Much has been written about family and work responsibilities from the perspective of women. But is balancing work and family also an issue for men? MomsRising.org, a national go-to organization for work/family issues, would like to learn more about your perspective. Please take 10-15 minutes to tell us about your experiences at work and beingContinue reading “What about Dad? Take a survey about how work-family issues impact men”