Half of Latinas Say Hispanic Women’s Situation Has Improved in the Past Decade and Expect More Gains
Government data shows gains in education, employment and earnings for Hispanic women, but gaps with other groups remain.
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Government data shows gains in education, employment and earnings for Hispanic women, but gaps with other groups remain.
Women made up 47% of the U.S. civilian labor force in 2023, up from 30% in 1950 – but growth has stagnated.
Two-thirds or more in Hong Kong, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan and Vietnam say that women should decide for themselves whether to bear children.
Just 13 UN member countries are currently led by women; in 9 of those 13, the current leader is the country’s first woman head of government.
Many juggle cultural expectations and gender roles from both Latin America and the U.S., like doing housework and succeeding at work.
Women have overtaken men and now account for more than half (50.7%) of the college-educated labor force in the United States.
Americans have mixed views on the importance of having a degree. 47% say the cost is worth it only if someone doesn’t have to take out loans.
42% of U.S. adults say they or someone they know has used fertility treatments. This is up from 33% five years ago.
61% of U.S. adults say having close friends is extremely or very important for people to live a fulfilling life.
College enrollment among young Americans has been declining over the past decade, and it’s mostly due to fewer young men pursuing degrees.
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