- Baby Bust: The CDC reports that the number of babies born in the U.S. remained unchanged in 2022, and birth rates among younger women are declining. Experts warn that this combination of a slowdown in birth rates and the impending retirement of baby boomers could pose a significant economic challenge over the next decade. Share your thoughts on the effects of a declining birth rate on society in ten years using the hashtag #Birthrate.
- Failing U.S. Report Card: According to the National Assessment of Educational Progress, math scores among 13-year-olds in the U.S. experienced the largest decline ever recorded. These lackluster test results continue to persist more than two years after the return to in-person classes following the shift to remote learning during the pandemic. Join the conversation on how policymakers and educators can accelerate academic recovery in the U.S. using the hashtag #EducationReform.
- Post-Pandemic Gender Gaps: LinkedIn data highlighted in the World Economic Forum’s Gender Gap Index indicates that progress made globally in closing the gender equality gap in recent years is now being reversed across various sectors. The index, which measures gender parity in the economy, politics, health, and education, suggests that it may now take another 131 years to achieve global gender equality. The slowdown in progress is attributed to women shouldering additional responsibilities at home and the significant impact on sectors like tourism and retail, which are major employers of women. Contribute your ideas on how corporations can counter the trends leading to the gender equality gap using the hashtag #GenderGap.
Additional Topics:
- The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act will go into effect on June 27, marking the first significant advancement of pregnant women’s rights in four decades.
- Starbucks staff members have pledged to continue striking through July 1 due to a dispute over Pride decorations.
- July is approaching, bringing with it Disability Pride Month, CROWN Day, and Independence Day (Fourth of July) in the U.S.
Also we can’t overlook :
- Reimagining Child Care in the United States: The United States faces a pressing child care crisis, with significant challenges in accessing affordable and high-quality child care services. This crisis has profound implications for working parents, particularly women, as they often bear the burden of balancing work and caregiving responsibilities. Explore solutions and strategies to address the child care crisis using the hashtag #ChildCareCrisis.
- Advancing Gender Equality: Closing the Gap: Achieving gender equality remains an ongoing challenge worldwide. It is crucial to bridge the gender equality gap and empower women across various sectors, including education, employment, and leadership. Join the conversation on strategies, initiatives, and policies to promote gender equality using the hashtag #GenderEqualityGap.
- Urgent Need for Educational Reforms: The current state of education calls for immediate attention and action. The education system is facing an emergency characterized by persistent issues such as learning loss, achievement gaps, and disparities exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. Engage in discussions on how policymakers, educators, and communities can collaborate to address the educational emergency using the hashtag #EducationEmergency.