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Building an economy that works for everyone

At the Economic Opportunity Institute, we tackle this fundamental problem through proven, progressive policy solutions. For the last 27 years, we have advocated for policies that make the economy work for everyone. Our successes have resulted in landmark policies like Paid Family and Medical Leave, the Equal Pay and Opportunity Act, and so much more.

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At EOI, we believe that all of our communities are worthy of care. This is why work is centered around our core values of care, fairness, and opportunity.

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EOI equips the public and public decision-makers with the policy research and practical tools they need to embed our core values into the foundations of our state’s economy.

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Now, more than ever, we need to safeguard progress. We want to make sure that everyone in Washington state can take care of themselves and those they love through all the uncertainties of life. At the national level, those uncertainties and challenges are significant. The federal administration threatens decades of progress we’ve fought hard for. We cannot slide backward, and we cannot do this without you. Please donate today to support our mission. 33% of our funding comes from individuals like you who want a future full of opportunity for all Washingtonians.

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