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Advancing Women's Economic Freedom

Women's Economic Futures works to transform the economy so women have real economic power and families can thrive. With child care at the center, we generate evidence and drive integrated strategies across research, policy, and narrative to build women's economic power.

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Explore the Care Research Hub

Supported by Women's Economic Futures, The Century Foundation, Caring Across Generations, and the National Partnership for Women & Families.

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About the
Founder

Julie Kashen

Care Policy Leader and Strategist

Julie Kashen is a leading national expert on child care policy, with deep experience across intersectional gender justice issues, including paid leave, equal pay, and economic mobility. She has produced extensive research on the care economy and is a go-to media source. Kashen has testified before Congress, appeared on NPR, and been featured in outlets including The New York Times, Politico, Fortune, Bloomberg, and The Wall Street Journal, as well as numerous podcasts and broadcast news.