Houston Summit on Women’s Success

HOUSTON: Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee and Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi hosted an economic agenda for women and families at the Young Women College Preparatory Academy (YWCPA) to address issues such as pay equality, work and life balance, wellness and childcare policies.
The Houston summit entitled “When Women Succeed, America Succeeds” focused on an economic agenda that will enable women to achieve greater economic security, raise wages for women and their families, and allow working parents to support and care for their families. It also addressed the need to ensure women get equal pay for equal work, and help ensure work and family balance by allowing working parents to support their families and care for their children. It recognized that expanding educational opportunities, increasing job training and investing in women entrepreneurs, as being essential for women’s success in our economy.
The press conference was attended by Congressman Al Green, Congresswomen Sheila J. Lee, Mayor Anise Parker, along with over 1000 people.
In addition, Rahman Moton, President (MACC) and various organization and Chamber of Commerce members attended the event.
Moton questioned the panel about Health Care and Immigration Reform, which were all answered by Nancy Pelosi.