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Public Policy and Employer Support to Improve Family Health and Well-Being

Dr. Julia Goodman - Public Policy and Employer Support to Improve Family Health and Well-Being
31
Oct

Dr. Julian Goodman Presenting Public Policy and Employer Support to Improve Family Health and Well-Being Webinar

In an recent educational initiative poised to address crucial work-life balance issues, OHSU-PSU School of Public Health’s Associate Professor, Dr. Julia Goodman delivered a presentation on “Public Policy and Employer Support to Improve Family Health and Well-Being.”

This webinar described the role of paid family and medical leave, and related policies in addressing perinatal health inequities. Dr. Goodman also discussed current equitable implementation of these policies and propose interventions to ensure pregnant workers can access paid leave and workplace accommodations. Her session shed light on actionable strategies that can create more inclusive, supportive work environments for families across the board.

This webinar is a part of a cutting-edge series jointly sponsored by the National Occupational Research Agenda Healthy Work Design and Well-being Cross-Sector Council and the NIOSH Total Worker Health Program, emphasizing the crucial intersection of public policy, employer initiative, and worker well-being.
 
Watch the replay of the webinar on YouTube.