We’re a nonprofit organization that EMPOWERS

Pregnant and Caregiving Workers

To exercise their

Workplace Rights

AND prevent job loss

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Our Vision

All workers have equitable access to resources and support that empower them to care for their families and achieve justice in the workplace.

Empower

We empower workers to exercise their workplace rights, and we represent clients whose rights have been violated.

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Educate

Through partnerships with medical clinics and nonprofits, we educate health care providers about the legal rights of caregivers in the workplace so they can better support their patients at work.

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Advocate

We collaborate with policy advocates to give voice to the specific problems faced by workers in low-wage jobs who are trapped between the demands of work and family.

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D.C. Minimum Wage

The minimum wage in D.C. increased on July 1, 2025.
The Minimum Wage increased from $17.50 per hour to $17.95.
The Tipped Minimum Wage will REMAIN $10/hr. Employers of tipped workers are required to ensure their workers make at least $17.95 an hour.
Families United DC Metro Webpage

KNOW YOUR RIGHTS- Immigration resources to prepare yourself and your family for an immigration emergency

DC, Maryland, and Virginia

If you need assistance regarding a work-related legal issue,

Medical Providers

Protect Your Patients

Workplace accommodations for pregnancy and breastfeeding are critical to your patients’ ability to maintain their health and safety, as well as their babies’ health and safety. As a health care provider, the notes you write to support the request for an accommodation will, in many cases, determine whether your patients receive what they need to continue to work safely.

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