EmBe's Women Institute to Sustain South Dakota's Workforce

Persistent barriers - earnings disparity, income inequality, limited sponsorship, and lack of affordable childcare - hinder women's professional advancement in South Dakota. EmBe's cross-sector solution develops women leaders, eliminates childcare barriers, and meets workforce needs through workforce readiness, financial literacy, and expanded access to high-quality childcare. By partnering with employers to foster supportive workplace policies, EmBe aims to increase workforce participation, career advancement, and economic equity for women and families.