9to5 Colorado

9to5's Colorado chapter was founded in 1996 and is dedicated to the issues that directly affect women in the workplace. We work to involve women in improving policies addressing pay equity, work/family issues, sexual harassment, discrimination, welfare, unemployment and protections for temporary and part-time workers.

Our victories in the last two years have included wins on crucial state policies including a higher minimum wage, establishing a state pay equity commission, protecting workers who discuss their wages, increasing welfare cash assistance, breastfeeding accommodations and unemployment insurance—meaning immediate improvements in the lives of our members and all low-wage workers. In 2008 9to5 helped lead the historic campaign to defeat a ballot referendum which would have eliminated Colorado's equal opportunity programs for women and people of color--the first time any state has successfully defended against this type of campaign.      

We operate the toll-free Colorado Job Survival Helpline (1-800-522-0925) providing callers with no-cost, confidential information – in Spanish and English -- about job problems and workplace rights.

For more information about 9to5 Colorado:
Erin Bennett
Colorado Director
655 Broadway #800
Denver CO 80203
303-628-0925 phone
9to5colorado [at] 9to5 [dot] org

Go Lead Training: State Legislation

When: 02/15/2012 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm MST

Come join us and learn more about the issues affecting women in Colorado during this year's legislative session. FREE to attend. Must register in advance. To register, please click here. 

Annual Leadership Conference in Washington, D.C.

When: 05/04/2012 - 12:00am - 05/07/2012 - 11:49pm MDT

Who: 9to5 leaders and activists

What: Learn and share skills to create the change we need to see and to organize working women for economic justice. Meet with agencies and elected officials to share with them the changes working women want to see.

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Women's Legislative Breakfast

When: 02/28/2012 - 7:00am - 9:30am MST

What: Women's legislative breakfast with panel to include: Senator Irene Aguilar, Representatives Amy Stephens, Cheri Gerou, and Beth McCann

Keynote Speaker: Marguerite Salazar, Regional Health and Human Services Director

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Lobby Day at the Capitol

When: 03/08/2012 - 8:00am - 12:00pm MST

What: Join 9to5 in celebrating Women's International Day by lobbying for economic justice! Meet your legislator and voice why women’s rights in the workplace are important to you! This is your opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of  women.

Cost: Free, but please RSVP! 

For more information, please contact Bridget Kaminetsky at 303-628-0925 or bridget [at] 9to5 [dot] org.

 

 

Board Retreat: Planning Day

When: 03/17/2012 - 10:00am - 4:00pm MDT

The board will be meeting to plan activities and goals for the next couple of years. The day will include trainings and strategic planning discussions. 

Topics will include: 

  • Chapter Overview 
  • Board Roles/Responsibilities 
  • Budget Training 
  • Fundraising Goals 
  • Member Recruitment Goals 
  • Leadership Activities 

Board Meeting

When: 02/03/2012 - 7:00pm - 8:30pm MST

Board meetings are the second Friday of the month and are always open to any 9to5 Colorado member!  For more information, please email 9to5colorado [at] 9to5 [dot] org or call 303-628-0925.

Cheers* to COURAGE

When: 02/06/2012 - 5:00pm - 7:00pm MST

Join us for appetizers and happy hour specials as we launch our 2012 Membership Drive! Come hear about the work 9to5 is doing to strengthen the lives of women, families, and communities across Colorado. Learn how you can become a 9to5 member and be part of a movement of women and allies who are committed to COURAGE.

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MLK Marade

When: 01/16/2012 - 8:30am - 12:00pm MST

Celebrate the accomplishments and history of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by participating in the largest march and rally in the United States with 9to5 Colorado! Join us at City Park for a rally commemorating the life of Martin Luther King, Jr. followed by a march to Civic Center Park. Look for our banner near the MLK statue in the park.

Half in Ten Poverty Report and Action Toolkit Release

When: 12/01/2011 - 9:00am - 1:30pm MST

Join us for the release of The Half in Ten Poverty Indicators Report and Toolkit

Presenter: Melissa Boteach, Half in Ten Manager at American Progress

A prescription to cut poverty and promote prosperity

Please RSVP as Lunch will be served!

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Start Smart Salary Negotiation Workshop

When: 11/12/2011 - 1:00pm - 4:00pm MST

 

"One year out of college, women working full time earn only 80 percent as much as their male colleagues earn. Ten years after graduation, women fall farther behind, earning only 69 percent as much as men earn. Controlling for hours, occupation, parenthood, and other factors normally associated with pay, college-educated women still earn less than their male peers earn." (Behind the Pay Gap, American Association of University Women, 2007).
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