We Need Inclusive Paid Leave Policies That Support LGBTQ Families

by HRC Staff

Mary Beth Maxwell, former HRC Senior Vice President for Programs, Research and Training penned a piece for the Washington Blade on the need for inclusive, and equitable paid leave policies that support LGBTQ families.

Mary Beth Maxwell, former HRC Senior Vice President for Programs, Research and Training penned a piece for the Washington Blade on the need for inclusive, comprehensive, and equitable paid leave policies that support LGBTQ families.

In her op-ed, she discusses her experience taking leave as a new mother -- but reminds us that all too many LGBTQ people are forced to choose between their job and their loved ones without the protection of comprehensive federal paid leave policies.

Read more in The Price is Right: Paid Leave Strengthens our Families here.