Elevating evidence-based research and nonpartisan policy to advance all women.

We are continuing our long history of using research and action to move the needle towards gender equity. Now, these efforts are further formalized and housed in one place - The United WE Institute. It is your one-stop-shop for all research, conducted and curated by United WE and our policy activities.

Our Issues

Occupational Licensing

Entrepreneurship

Legacy of Women

Paid Family Leave

Civic Engagement

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United WE Institute Research Archive:

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2024 Oklahoma Childcare Licensing Research

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Kansas Town Hall Progress Report (2023)

Missouri Town Hall Progress Report (2023)

Gender Parity & Racial Diversity on Civic Boards and Commissions in Missouri Research Report (2023)

Kansas Town Hall Research Report (2022)

Occupational Licensing & Women in Missouri Policy Brief (2022)

Status of Women in Oklahoma Research Report (2022)

Kansas Municipalities & Gender Balance Research Report (2022)

Status of Women in Kansas Research Report (2022)

Missouri Town Hall Research Report (2021)

The Coronavirus Pandemic's Impact on Women in Missouri and Kansas (2021)

Status of Women in Missouri Research Report (2020)

Understanding the Consequences of Co-Existing Medical Conditions Among Women Diagnosed with Breast Cancer in Missouri (2018)

Appointments Project Research Report

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Alternatives to Occupational Licensing in Missouri and the U.S. Research Report (2017)

Occupational Licensng and Reciprocity in MIssouri and the U.S.

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Occupational Licensing & women Entrepreneurs in Missouri Research Report (2016)

Sunrise Provisions for Occupational Licensing: A Review

Status of Women in Missouri (2015)

Women and Civic Engagement in Kansas City (2014)