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Closing the Gender Pay Gap

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Socially Responsible Investing

Socially Responsible Investing

The concept of “impact investing” is increasingly popular — with 85 percent of millennials indicating their preference to invest in companies that align with their personal values.

Juliet Choi, YWCA USA Board Member, joins host Sheila Hyland to discuss how her organization is partnering with investors to champion the women's empowerment movement.

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Gender Parity in Government Contracts

Gender Parity in Government Contracts

Over the past 20 years, the number of women-owned businesses nationwide has more than doubled. Despite these advancements, women entrepreneurs still face roadblocks related to opportunities in federal contracting.

A discussion with Candace Waterman, President and CEO of Women Impacting Public Policy, about promoting parity in government contracts for women-owned small businesses.

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Cultivating Leadership Skills in Young People

Cultivating Leadership Skills in Young People

According to a recent study, half of U.S. high schoolers feel unprepared to meet the demands of college and the workplace.

Danielle Brown, National President of Jack and Jill of America Inc., joins host Sheila Hyland to discuss how her organization is developing the next generation of black leaders.

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Closing the Gender Pay Gap

Closing the Gender Pay Gap

According to the National Women’s Law Center, approximately two of every three American minimum wage workers are women. While more states are increasing the minimum wage, advocates say the federal minimum wage keeps workers below the poverty line.

Ashley Allison, Executive Vice President of Campaigns and Programs at the Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights, discusses how her organization is championing higher wages for America’s lowest-paid workers.

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Empowering Latina Business Owners

Empowering Latina Business Owners

Latina-owned businesses are the fastest-growing sector among women-owned enterprises.

Jennifer Rodriguez, President and CEO of the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, discusses an initiative that empowers rising Hispanic entrepreneurs.

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Advocating for America’s Foster Youth

Advocating for America’s Foster Youth

Each year, more than 20,000 youth transition out of foster care systems without ever having found a permanent family.

Rep. Karen Bass, D-Calif., is Chair of the Congressional Black Caucus. Bass discusses bipartisan efforts to advocate on behalf of America’s foster youth.

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Promoting Gender Equity in American Politics

Promoting Gender Equity in American Politics

As of February 2019, 127 women hold seats in the United States Congress — under a quarter of the entire national legislative body.

Debbie Walsh, Director of the Center for American Women in Politics at Rutgers University’s Eagleton Institute, discusses efforts to promote women’s participation in politics and government.

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The Women’s Caucus: Inspiring Bipartisan Leadership

The Women’s Caucus: Inspiring Bipartisan Leadership

Reps. Brenda Lawrence, D-Mich., and Debbie Lesko, R-Ariz., are Co-chairs of the Congressional Caucus for Women’s Issues.

The congresswomen actively promote bipartisanship in the national legislature, and join host Sheila Hyland to discuss efforts to unite female policymakers of all parties to advance policies favorable toward women and families.

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Tackling the Urban Food Desert Crisis

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Nearly 40 percent of American adults and 20 percent of adolescents are obese – the highest-ever recorded rates. While obesity remains prevalent throughout the country, rates are even higher among lower-income individuals.

Jeff Kramer, CEO of Real Food America, joins Sheila Hyland to discuss a program designed to make affordable, healthy and nutritious food options easily accessible throughout urban America.

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America's Rising Suicide Rate

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The recent deaths of celebrities Kate Spade and Anthony Bourdain have brought suicide to the forefront of the national conversation. Now the 10th-leading cause of death in the United States, suicide rates have risen more than 25 percent since 1999.

John Madigan, Senior Vice President and Chief Public Policy Officer of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, joins Sheila Hyland to discuss this public health crisis and suicide prevention.

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Korean Americans and the Homeland

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Korean Americans, like many other Asian Americans, are recent immigrants to the United States, emigrating in large numbers after 1965. As first and second generation Americans, many still have close ties with their homeland, where family and friends still reside. A discussion with Sam Yoon, Executive Director of the Council of Korean Americans on the Korean American community, including their ties to both North and South Korea.

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Next Generation of AAPI Leaders

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According to the Pew Research Center, the U.S. Asian population increased 72 percent between 2000 and 2015, resulting in the fastest growth rate of any major racial or ethnic group. And as this population continues to grow, there remains a lack of involvement in politics and corporate leadership positions. Kendall Kosai, Deputy Director at OCA National discussed programs designed to help high school students explore their identity, and encourage them to become future community leaders.

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Wings for Autism

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The air travel process can be difficult for even the most experienced traveler. For those with intellectual or developmental disabilities, including autism, the experience can be daunting. Peter Berns, CEO of The Arc of the United States shares a discussion on his organization’s program designed to alleviate some of the stress that families and family members with autism experience when traveling by air.

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The Scope of Child Abuse

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The US Administration for Children and Families reports that an estimated 683,000 children are the victims of abuse of neglect each year in the United States. What does abuse look like? What should you do if you suspect abuse? A discussion with Teresa Huizar, Executive Director of the National Children's Alliance.

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The Role of Advocacy Centers

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Children’s Advocacy Centers are available to approximately 4 in every 5 U.S. children, yet over 13 million children are living in areas without a CAC. Teresa Huizar, Director of the National Children’s Alliance shares a conversation on the role advocacy centers play in helping children heal from abuse.

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Mentoring Youth

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Young people reap many benefits from mentoring, including higher graduation rates, improved self-esteem and improved interpersonal skills. A discussion with Elizabeth Santiago, Chief Program Officer of Mentor The National Mentoring Partnership, about how traditional and more informal types of mentoring can help youth thrive.

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The Women’s Caucus: Inspiring Bipartisan Leadership

The Women’s Caucus: Inspiring Bipartisan Leadership

Reps. Brenda Lawrence, D-Mich., and Debbie Lesko, R-Ariz., are Co-chairs of the Congressional Caucus for Women’s Issues.

The congresswomen actively promote bipartisanship in the national legislature, and join host Sheila Hyland to discuss efforts to unite female policymakers of all parties to advance policies favorable toward women and families.

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Tackling School Sexual Harassment

Tackling School Sexual Harassment

Nationwide statistics show that half of all girls in grades 7 to 12 experience sexual harassment.

Fatima Goss Graves, President and CEO of the National Women’s Law Center, joins host Sheila Hyland to address findings that connect sexual harassment in schools to American workplaces.

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Socially Responsible Investing

Socially Responsible Investing

The concept of “impact investing” is increasingly popular — with 85 percent of millennials indicating their preference to invest in companies that align with their personal values.

Juliet Choi, YWCA USA Board Member, joins host Sheila Hyland to discuss how her organization is partnering with investors to champion the women's empowerment movement.

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Gender Parity in Government Contracts

Gender Parity in Government Contracts

Over the past 20 years, the number of women-owned businesses nationwide has more than doubled. Despite these advancements, women entrepreneurs still face roadblocks related to opportunities in federal contracting.

A discussion with Candace Waterman, President and CEO of Women Impacting Public Policy, about promoting parity in government contracts for women-owned small businesses.

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Cultivating Leadership Skills in Young People

Cultivating Leadership Skills in Young People

According to a recent study, half of U.S. high schoolers feel unprepared to meet the demands of college and the workplace.

Danielle Brown, National President of Jack and Jill of America Inc., joins host Sheila Hyland to discuss how her organization is developing the next generation of black leaders.

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Closing the Gender Pay Gap

Closing the Gender Pay Gap

According to the National Women’s Law Center, approximately two of every three American minimum wage workers are women. While more states are increasing the minimum wage, advocates say the federal minimum wage keeps workers below the poverty line.

Ashley Allison, Executive Vice President of Campaigns and Programs at the Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights, discusses how her organization is championing higher wages for America’s lowest-paid workers.

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Empowering Latina Business Owners

Empowering Latina Business Owners

Latina-owned businesses are the fastest-growing sector among women-owned enterprises.

Jennifer Rodriguez, President and CEO of the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, discusses an initiative that empowers rising Hispanic entrepreneurs.

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Advancing Women Leaders: A Global Effort

Advancing Women Leaders: A Global Effort

Women comprise half of the world population, yet are substantially underrepresented in political leadership positions.

Gwen Young, Director of the Global Women’s Leadership Initiative at the Wilson Center, shares how her organization is working to achieve gender parity in public service worldwide.

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