September 15 to October 15 is Hispanic Heritage Month. This is a good opportunity to reflect on the progress Latinas have made in the workplace. Compared to previous generations, today’s Latinas tend to be more educated, empowered, independent and comfortable putting themselves at the center of life decisions.
Nowhere is this more evident than in the workplace, where Latinas are making extraordinary advancements.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Latinas’ share of the labor force nearly doubled over the last 20 years. And by 2022, Latinas are projected to account for 17.3 percent of the female labor force and 8.1 percent of the total labor force. Taking a closer look, Latinas have raised their representation between 30 and 40 percent in teaching, law, medicine, and management professions over the last decade.
While Latinas are making strides, they remain underrepresented across all professions... READ MORE AT 3BL MEDIA
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