Institute For Women's Policy Research
The Institute for Women's Policy Research (IWPR) is an organization founded in 1987 by Heidi Hartmann to meet the need for women-centered, policy-oriented research.
IWPR focuses on issues of poverty and welfare, employment and earnings, work and family issues, health and safety, and women's civic and political participation.
The Institute works with policymakers, scholars, and public interest groups around the country to design, execute, and disseminate research that illuminates economics and social policy issues affecting women and families. IWPR seeks to build a network of individuals and organizations that conduct and use women-oriented policy research. As an independent, non-profit, research organization, IWPR also works in affiliation with the graduate programs in public policy and women's studies at The George Washington University.
IWPR's work is supported by foundation grants, government grants and contracts, donations from individuals, and contributions from organizations. Members and affiliates of IWPR's Information Network receive reports and information on a regular basis. IWPR is a 501(c) (3) tax-exempt organization.
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