Building Winnable Strategies for Paid Family Leave in the States


 

Publication Date: October 2002

Publisher: Economic Opportunity Institute

Author(s): Marilyn P. Watkins

Research Area: Labor

Keywords: Paid Family Leave; Family and Medical Leave Act; Workplace benefits

Type: Report

Coverage: Washington California

Abstract:

Demonstrates how providing a minimum amount of paid annual leave to all workers provides needed support to balance responsibilities at home and on the job. Outlines advantages to elder care, family care, parental leave needs and greater participation of women in the workplace as a result of family leave insurance.