The White House commemorated Women's History Month by hosting a roundtable with prominent female labor leaders, placing a spotlight on the administration's push for gender equality in the workforce. During the session, in partnership with the American Federation of Labor-Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO), participants discussed strategies to uplift women in labor and acknowledged the steps taken by the Biden-Harris administration towards this cause. The event, facilitated by White House Senior Labor Advisor Erika Dinkel-Smith, offered a platform to elevate the narrative surrounding women's significant roles within the labor movement.

According to a readout from the White House, since President Biden's tenure began, the economy has seen an addition of nearly 15 million jobs – with women experiencing the lowest unemployment rate in over 50 years. Promoting sectors like manufacturing, construction, and clean energy, the administration claimed to champion equal pay and better access for women, including the support for high-quality, affordable child care – all being cornerstones of the President's Investing in America Agenda.

The gathering featured key admin figures such as Trade Representative Katherine Tai and Director of the White House Gender Policy Council Jennifer Klein, emphasizing the administration's commitment to women and girls as central to their economic plans. AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler, state federation leaders, and young female organizers at the helm of expanding unionization efforts also took part in the dialogue—representing members across 14 states.

Participants discussed at length the improvements and ongoing challenges faced by women in labor. The objective of these conversations was to further protect and advance the rights of women workers not only on a domestic front but also across international terrains, as outlined by details obtained from the White House statement. Their stories and insights, borne of collective struggle and triumph within their communities, painted a dynamic picture of the ever-evolving fabric of the American workforce, accentuated by the will and resilience of women." said Deputy Undersecretary for International Labor Affairs Thea Lee.

This White House initiative underscores a continuous effort to integrate women's rights and labor into the broader economic narrative, signaling a government deeply tuned to the beat of gender equality and empowerment. As the nation honors Women's History Month, the roundtable serves as both a testament and a call to action for the continued push towards a balanced and fair working environment for all.