WorkLife Law is a national advocacy and research organization that advances gender and racial equity by strengthening legal rights for pregnant people and family caregivers. Our work seeks to ensure all people have the freedom to build and maintain economic security through employment and educational opportunities, without having to sacrifice their health or their loved ones’ care.
WorkLife Law fights these and other problems by advancing policy change and providing direct legal support to workers and students in need.
With WorkLife Law’s support, California has now enshrined rights to parental leave, pregnancy accommodations, and anti-discrimination protections for all postsecondary students. This new law will ensure no California college student will have to choose between their family and their education.
WorkLife Law has released new resources – available in English and Spanish – explaining the range of legal protections that can help NICU families keep their jobs while caring for their infant. We recognize the incredible strain these families are under and are committed to making sure they have the legal support they need.
WorkLife Law is thrilled to welcome two new leaders to our Advisory Board: Katz Banks Kumin partner Colleen Coveney and obstetrician-gynecologist Ryan Yoshimura Shields, MD.
Colleen and Ryan bring extraordinary experience, expertise, and wisdom to WorkLife Law’s Advisory Board.
