Resources

Georgia Commission on Women - Advancing the health, educational, economic, social and legal status of women in Georgia.

Possible Woman - Committed to the personal and professional development of the business executive and career woman.

Atlanta Womens Network - A progressive and focused network of women who stand together to mentor, advance and support professional women in Atlanta.

Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) / Women's Health - Working to promote and protect the health, safety, and quality of life of women at every stage of life.

United States Department of Labor - To meet the diverse needs of today’s workforce, the Women’s Bureau just released its guides on Equal Pay A Guide to Women’s Equal Pay Rights and An Employer’s Guide to Equal Pay in four additional languages: Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese and French.

The first guide: A Guide to Women’s Equal Pay Rights educates employees about their rights under the existing equal pay laws with detailed answers to questions such as: “What are my equal pay and compensation rights under federal law?” The guide also supplies helpful tips and resources if you feel you are experiencing compensation discrimination.

The second guide: An Employer’s Guide to Equal Pay breaks down the five major federal laws addressing equal pay and compensation. It also highlights tips for employers to review pay practices and where to go for help.