New America
Hours That Work: Scaling Fair Scheduling for Frontline Women Workers
We're accelerating employer adoption of fair, predictable scheduling to improve economic security and job satisfaction for frontline women workers, strengthen retention and reduce workforce volatility.
Unstable/unpredictable schedules undermine economic security, caregiving, and retention for women in frontline jobs. Fair scheduling (advance notice, predictable hours, worker input) benefits workers and employers alike, yet rarely scales due to implementation barriers. Hours That Work closes that gap through three phases: fair scheduling pilots co-designed with employers/employees, standards and recognition that reward effective practices, and hands-on implementation support to drive adoption. The result: higher job satisfaction, greater stability, and stronger retention for women.
Primary Barrier
Inflexible Workplaces
Location
District of Columbia
Solution Region
Middle Atlantic
Community Type
Urban
Annual Operating Budget
$25.1 to 50 Million
