For far too long, lack of accessible childcare has been a systemic barrier to workforce participation and social mobility, especially for women and low-income families. The pandemic has exposed just how critical childcare is to a thriving economy and NYC businesses as women have faced a momentous reversal in employment gains in the largest “she-cession” in modern history.
It’s time for real change, and we’re ready to make it.
Join women.nyc’s newly launched Childcare Innovation Lab and Maven, the digital health company for women’s and family health, for a virtual discussion reframing childcare as a core economic development issue rather than a private family matter. During this event, we’ll highlight new research on COVID-19’s impact on women in NYC and its implications for childcare, present best practices for employers who want to support parents, followed by a panel discussion with public and private sector leaders exploring innovative solutions to address these challenges.
Women.nyc is an ambitious initiative housed in the New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) and created to make sure the city remains the best place in the world for women of all backgrounds, ages, abilities and identities to thrive in their careers, run businesses and launch startups.Women.nyc is committed to connecting NYC women of all backgrounds, ages, abilities and identities with real tools to help them compete and advance; fostering equitable NYC workplaces and promoting inclusive economic growth.
Housed under women.nyc, the Childcare Innovation Lab works to re-frame access to childcare as a core economic development issue rather than a private family matter by leading research on the effects of childcare on NYC’s economy and families and advancing public-private action to expand accessible, affordable, quality childcare solutions across NYC. Learn more at women.nyc, and follow us on Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn.
Maven is the world’s largest virtual clinic for women’s and family health. Its unique care model enables employers and health plans to improve maternal health outcomes and lower costs, while empowering parents to grow their families while growing their careers. Its platform is global, includes personalized programs across fertility, maternity, and parenting/pediatrics, and offers 24/7 access to Maven’s proprietary telemedicine network, the largest in women’s health.
Founded in 2014 by CEO Kate Ryder, Maven was recognized in 2020 as Fast Company’s #1 Most Innovative Health Company. Maven has supported over 8 million women and families, and raised $92 million in funding from leading investors like Sequoia Capital, Oak HC/FT Partners, Icon Ventures, and Female Founders Fund. Learn more at mavenclinic.com or engage with Maven on LinkedIn, Instagram and Twitter.
