Elevating evidence-based research and nonpartisan policy to advance all women.

We are continuing our long history of using research and action to move the needle towards gender equity. Now, these efforts are further formalized and housed in one place - The United WE Institute. It is your one-stop-shop for all research, conducted and curated by United WE and our policy activities.


Our Issues


Current Projects

Happening Now: National Childcare Policy & Regulation Landscape
In partnership with the Kauffman Foundation, the Institute is developing a landscape analysis of how childcare policies and regulations limit the growth of the childcare sector and women entrepreneurs in all 50 states, DC, and Puerto Rico. Learn more >>

  • COMING SOON
    Development a national database of data and research related to the role women play in local civic leadership around the country beginning with gender parity on local boards and commissions.

  • COMING SOON

    A bi-monthly newsletter educating researchers, think tanks, community leaders and policymakers about the most recent and relevant research and policy developments around the country. The feed also features stories of women achieving remarkable results as civic leaders in their local communities.

  • COMING SOON

    United WE works on the ground throughout the Midwest with research partners, policymakers, and elected officials to elevate the voice of women and advance specific non-partisan policies that we believe can serve as a model for the rest of the country.

Latest Policy Wins & Research Releases


Research You Need

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