Founded in 1973 by courageous clerical workers demanding fair treatment, 9to5 - National Association of Working Women has grown into a powerful movement for economic justice serving communities across the United States. With its national office based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 9to5 brings together working women and nonbinary people of color to challenge systems designed to exploit them and keep wealth concentrated among the privileged few. The organization believes that collective action builds lasting power and transforms communities, creating a world where all women and their families can thrive. 9to5's member-led approach centers the voices and experiences of those most impacted by workplace inequity and systemic racism. Operating chapters in Wisconsin, Georgia, and Colorado alongside its national advocacy work, 9to5 connects local struggles to broader movements for change. The organization recognizes that working women of color have always been the backbone of American workplaces, yet the current systems fail to serve their needs. Through sustained organizing, community education, and collaborative partnerships, 9to5 develops grassroots leaders while fighting for concrete improvements in working conditions, family support, and community wellbeing. Members learn from each other, gain professional skills, and participate in electoral engagement to ensure their voices shape policy at every level. 9to5's vision extends beyond individual workplace victories to imagine a world where gender and racial justice are fully realized and all people can live with dignity and security.
Milwaukee, WI