Minimum Wage Increases Reverse Post-Recession Wage Declines for Workers in Lowest-Paid Jobs

Real wages for most U.S. workers remain below 2009 levels, but minimum wage increases prove highly effective as stop-gap measure for workers in the lowest-paid jobs.

In Support of Removing Barriers to Occupational Licensing for Returning Citizens in the District of Columbia

On January 29, 2020, Shayla Thompson testified before the D.C. Council in support of Removing Barriers to Occupational Licensing for Returning Citizens Amendment Act.

In Support of the FAMILY Act for Paid Family Leave

On January 28, 2020, Kemi Role testified before the U.S. House of Representatives in support of the FAMILY Act for better paid family leave.

Unemployment Insurance in West Virginia: A Good System With Room For Improvement

This data brief offers policy solutions to address West Virginia's ailing unemployment insurance system.

Packaging Pain: Workplace Injuries in Amazon’s Empire

Amazon’s own internal data paints a very troubling picture about what is happening inside the company’s fulfillment centers.

Yu v. Hasaki Restaurant (urging judicial review and prohibition of gag clauses in FLSA settlements)

Amicus brief urging judicial review and prohibition of gag clauses in Fair Labor Standards Act Settlements.

2018–2019 Impact Report: Legacy, Reflection, and Connection

Raises From Coast to Coast in 2020

The minimum wage will increase in a record-high 47 states, cities, and counties in January 2020.

In Support of Limiting Non-Compete Agreements in the District of Columbia

On December 6, 2019, Najah Farley testified before the Council of the District of Columbia in support of B23-494, limiting the use of noncompete covenants.

Fair Chance Licensing Reform: Opening Pathways for People with Records to Join Licensed Professions

This toolkit is intended to provide lawmakers and advocates with the resources necessary to set about the work of fair chance licensing reform.