Equity

In the Portland-Southwest Washington region, women make 81.2% of what men make. Annually, this accounts for an earning disparity of $11,740 between men and women. Despite representing 58.4% of [...]

Our communities, and the elected officials who create policies that support them, are in one of the most unique times in recent history. Even as we move past the pandemic, companies are [...]

Historically, Black workers in the United States face inequities in pay, employment and advancement opportunities. The trend continues today, with wage and employment disparities compounded by [...]

This October, the United States celebrates the 77th National Disability Employment Awareness Month. The month, organized by the United States Department of Labor celebrates the contribution of [...]

The United States first recognized Hispanic Heritage week in June of 1968, after being introduced by California Congressman George E. Brown. Brown wanted to bring national attention to the [...]

Pride Month has been celebrated in June since 1970 when the first Pride was hosted in New York, commemorating and celebrating the defiant and groundbreaking Stonewall Riots the year prior. [...]

Workforce Southwest Washington (WSW), Worksystems and Clackamas Workforce Partnership have been awarded a combined $2.3 million grant from the U.S. Department of Labor to support the childcare [...]

October celebrates the 76th National Disability Employment Awareness Month. Led by the U.S. Department of Labor, the month’s purpose is to provide education on disability employment issues and [...]