WOMEN UNITED®
SPEAKER SERIES
Inspiring the change speaker series:
Gender Equity in the Time of COVID
*This event occurred on March 10, 2021. To watch the recording, scroll down to the RECORDING section of this page.*
COVID-19 has laid bare the racial and gender inequities in our society. Recent studies show that the pandemic is having a disproportionately negative impact on women—particularly women of color —in multiple ways. Women are losing jobs in greater numbers than men; are doing most of the housework, child-rearing, and homeschooling, even when both parents are home; are experiencing an increase in domestic violence; and are continually underrepresented in government and leadership positions. According to the World Economic Forum, COVID-19 is the biggest setback to gender equality in a decade.
United Way is activating our Women United leaders across the country to spotlight the challenges faced by women and take action in the fight for gender equity. Together, we will create lasting change to lift entire communities. Join this virtual event for an in-depth discussion of how women are faring in the pandemic and how to advocate for policies that will help them thrive and succeed.
SPEAKERS
The Inspiring the change speaker series: Gender Equity in the Time of COVID virtual event will feature women leaders in their fields who are working to drive the mission forward. To learn more about our esteemed speakers, click the "More Info" button beneath their profile.