The Need for Paid Safe Leave & Model Legislative Language

Jewish Women International is proud to have contributed to a new resource, The Need for Paid Safe Leave & Model Legislative Language, issued by the safe leave working group, of which we are a member. This important resource provides a road map for policymakers, advocates, and other stakeholders to establish safe leave policies in their communities. Read more here.

Victims and survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and other crimes often need paid time off work to seek safety, participate in legal proceedings, access physical and mental healthcare, and address the impacts of violence.

You can view or download the document here.