The Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) is an amendment to the United States Constitution that would guarantee equal rights and legal protections for all citizens, regardless of their gender (first introduced in 1923). While the ERA has yet to be added to the Constitution (despite meeting the requirements set forth in…
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The ERA Coalition, an organization led by women of color, is comprised of more than 290 organizations representing millions of people, whose common mission is to see the Equal Rights Amendment published and implemented within the United States Constitution. As we continue our fight for constitutional protections on the account…
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Earlier this year, news regarding menstrual cycles and athletics went viral when the Florida High School Athletic Association published a form to its prospective female athletes, complete with the following questions: When was your first menstrual period? When was your most recent menstrual period? How much time do you usually…
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Washington, DC –– Today upon learning that the Senate did not vote for cloture on SJ Res 4, the bipartisan resolution to affirm the validity of the Equal Rights Amendment, ERA Coalition and Fund for Women’s Equality President and CEO Zakiya Thomas released the following statement: “A bipartisan majority of…
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The Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) has been a topic of debate for decades. The amendment was first introduced in 1923 and seeks to guarantee equal rights under the law regardless of sex. Despite the continued push for the amendment it has yet to be published in the U.S. Constitution, despite…
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The Equal Rights Amendment: A Step Toward Racial Justice The Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) is a proposed amendment to the United States Constitution that would guarantee equal rights and protections under the law for all citizens, regardless of gender. Although the amendment has not yet been added to the Constitution,…
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By Ava Lee-Green In celebration of International Children’s Book Day on April 2, here are seven new and old books to teach your kids about equality: Fall Down Seven Times, Stand Up Eight by Jen Bryant recalls the life and career of Patsy Takemoto Mink, the first Asian American woman…
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International Women's Day, celebrated on March 8th each year, is a global event that recognizes the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. It also serves as a reminder of the ongoing struggle for gender equality and the empowerment of women worldwide. This year's International Women's Day theme is…
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U.S. Senator Dick Durbin of Illinois opened today’s hearing, explaining that we are here today to hold a hearing on a resolution that would finally affirm the validity of the Equal Rights Amendment as an amendment to the United States Constitution. “Equality of rights under the law shall not be…
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Gloria Steinem, Julianne Moore, Rosanna Arquette and Aisha TylerAmong the A-List Advocates Supporting this Innovative Women’s Rights Initiative WASHINGTON, D.C. – NOVEMBER 17, 2022 – WOMAN Corp, in conjunction with the ERA Coalition, announces its founding board members today including political activist, Gloria Steinem, actors Julianne Moore, Rosanna Arquette, Aisha Tyler,…
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