Women and Girls

Los Angeles County, California Looks To Close Gender Disadvantages Through Comprehensive Policy Overhaul

Los Angeles County, California Looks To Close Gender Disadvantages Through Comprehensive Policy Overhaul

L.A. County Supervisors Sheila Kuehl and Hilda Solis will introduce a motion to create a five-year Initiative on Women and Girls in Los Angeles County government. It directs all 37 county departments to address the disproportionate disadvantages facing women and girls here. If it is enacted, the county would systematically review its activities and refocus resources in order to advance women’s opportunities.