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Employer-sponsored tutoring? Unique benefits are aimed at pandemic parenting

by Meghan McCarty Carino
Nov 23, 2020
But they may not get to those who need them most.
New benefits to help working parents are uneven.
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If you work for a company that works for Microsoft, your benefits package just got better

by Erika Beras
Aug 30, 2018
Why the company's paid parental leave policy for its suppliers could be a game changer.
People walk past the Microsoft store on Fifth Avenue in Midtown Manhattan in June in New York City.
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FMLA celebrates 25th anniversary

by Jed Kim
Feb 5, 2018
The Family Medical Leave Act was signed into law a quarter of a century ago today. It was an important step in granting American workers time to care for newborns or sick loved ones. Now, though, U.S. support for families lags behind most developed countries, but there is momentum to update the program.  Click the […]
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New York joins a handful of states with family leave. Will other states follow?

by Tracey Samuelson
Dec 18, 2017
Starting in January 2018, New Yorkers will be able to take paid leave when they give birth, adopt a new baby, or need to take care of a sick family member.
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Why men should start taking paternity leave

by Jana Kasperkevic
Apr 4, 2017
It can help reduce the 'motherhood penalty' and the gender pay gap, the Danish minister for equality says.
A father holding his newborn daughter. Denmark is encouraging more men to take paternity leave.
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Tradesy gives parental leave to new moms and dads

by Molly Wood
Mar 2, 2017
The startup isn't profitable yet, but says the policy inspires loyalty that can't be quantified.
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