What Happens When Work Makes Space for Life: Doris’s Story

Katharine McInnisBlog

What Happens When Work Makes Space for Life: Doris’s Story At Family Friendly New Mexico, we often talk about policies – paid leave, flexible scheduling, wellness supports – but what really matters is what those policies make possible in people’s lives. Recently, our Board President, Giovanna Rossi, had the opportunity to speak with Doris Rivera, a longtime educator and K–12 Education Coordinator at the LANL Foundation, who shared her experience with a powerful but often overlooked workplace benefit: extended leave. Her story is a reminder that sometimes, the most impactful thing an employer can offer is something simple and radical: … Read More