492 - Thematic Session. The Politics of Paid Family Leave in the 21st Century U.S.

Session Submission Type: Invited Session

Description

In the 21st century three states have passed legislation creating paid family leave programs, and political momentum in support of such programs is growing in other states as well as at the federal level. This session, which includes leading experts and policymakers, will discuss the nature and impact of the new programs, the political dynamics that led to their creation, as well as the prospects for their extension to additional states and to the nation in the coming years.

Sub Unit

• Thematic Sessions

Session Organizer

• Ruth Milkman, CUNY Graduate Center

Panelists

• Eileen Appelbaum, Center for Economic and Policy Research

• Janet Gornick, The Graduate Center / City University of New York

• Ellen Bravo, Family Values At Work