When the U.S. government shuts down, the ripple effects land hardest on families who depend on safety-net programs, childcare, and health care. For women and mothers in Illinois, understanding what continues, what may pause, and how to prepare is essential. Benefits That Continue During a Shutdown In Illinois, the Department of Human Services (IDHS) has…
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Emotional Labor, Inclusion Burden, and Burnout: The Hidden Toll on Black Women at Work
Black women face hidden workplace burdens: emotional labor, inclusion work, and burnout. Here’s what organizations must do to create true equity.
A Silent Exodus: Over 300,000 Black Women Exit the U.S. Workforce in Months
In the past six months, more than 300,000 Black women have left or been forced out of the U.S. workforce. This is not a coincidence. It reflects deep structural challenges that stretch from federal layoffs to the rollback of DEI programs, to longstanding inequities in employment. Mentorship and networking, often lifelines for Black women navigating…
300,000 Black Women Have Left the Workforce — In Just Months. Here’s What Comes Next.
In the last 3 to 5 months, over 300,000 Black women have exited the U.S. workforce, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. We’re not talking long-term trends — this is now. Layoffs. Corporate restructuring. Burnout. Family responsibilities. And somehow, Black women are still expected to pivot without pause. But here’s what we know at…
Breast Cancer Awareness Month: A Call to Action for Black Women
October is not just a month on the calendar; it’s a time to unite, raise our voices, and shine a spotlight on an important issue that impacts countless lives—Breast Cancer Awareness Month. For many, this month serves as a reminder to engage in preventive measures, push for screenings, and support those fighting this disease. In…
Elevate your life! Empowering Women Everywhere 