This is a space for answers to likely questions about this Alliance.

Who should join?
We welcome everyone who cares about families, the future of our country, and equity for women. We may not all be mothers, but we all have or have had a mother. The MomsRising agenda encompasses the concerns of stay-at-home moms and working mothers. Our issues relate to the diversity of American families and families of all income levels.

What do you do?
Our members are bringing important motherhood and family issues to the forefront of the country's awareness. We are working to create both cultural and legislative change. It is time to break the logjam that has been holding back family-friendly legislation for decades and to advance workplace policies that will support families.

MomsRising offers easy entry into citizen advocacy and is bringing the power of online organizing to motherhood and family issues.

Do local groups in the Alliance have a common meeting format?
Not at this time - this Alliance is new and we're working on the best way to make it work for Meetup folks.

What do you plan to do?
These are the core issues that are at the base of our grassroots movement and are taken directly from the book, The Motherhood Manifesto.

M - Maternity/Paternity Leave: Provide paid family leave after a new child comes into the family.

O - Open Flexible Work: Promote jobs that have work hours and career options that allow parents to meet both business and family needs: flexible work hours and locations, part time options and the ability to move in and out of the labor force while raising young children without penalties to wages and benefits.

T - TV We Choose and Other After-School Programs: Ensure safe and educational opportunities for children after the school day such as accessible and affordable afterschool programs, age-appropriate computer games, as well as more educational television options and an independent television rating system, with technology that allows parents to choose appropriate programs for children.

H - Healthcare for All Kids: All children must have quality health care.

E - Excellent Childcare: Quality, affordable childcare should be available to all parents who need it. Childcare providers should be paid at least a living wage and healthcare benefits.

R - Realistic and Fair Wages: Two full-time working parents should be able to earn enough to adequately care for their family. In addition, working mothers must receive equal pay for equal work.

S- Sick Days, Paid: All people should have access to paid sick days.

What have you accomplished?
Over 85 organizations have signed on to be aligned with MomsRising. They are some of the nation’s strongest women's organizations, family advocacy groups, mother’s organizations, child advocacy groups, unions, health care organizations, parenting groups, and faith-based organizations all of which have the goal of improving the lives of mothers and families.

How can I get involved?
First, sign up for Moms Rising emails to get the latest news and opportunities to get involved. You can host a simple House Party, or check out these other actions you can take right now.