TED: How the US fails working parents -- and what they need to thrive | Reshma Saujani

The video discusses the impact of the pandemic on working women, highlighting the loss of progress in gender equality due to childcare challenges and structural issues. It introduces the Marshall Plan for Moms, advocating for paid leave and affordable childcare. The role of the private sector in supporting women is emphasized, along with the need to address unpaid labor and close the pay gap. The video calls for building new systems and engaging diverse perspectives to create a more equitable workplace.

What are some of the long-term effects of the pandemic on women's careers?

Discuss the importance of paid leave in the context of women's workforce participation.

What strategies can be implemented to address the motherhood penalty in the workplace?

How can society better value the unpaid labor that women contribute both at home and in the workplace?