United States Women's Bureau
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The United States Women's Bureau (WB) is an agency of the United States government within the United States Department of Labor. The Women's Bureau works to create parity for women in the labor force by conducting research and policy analysis, to inform and promote policy change, and to increase public awareness and education.
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Formed | June 5, 1920 |
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Jurisdiction | Federal government of the United States |
Headquarters | Frances Perkins Building Washington, D.C. |
Employees | 100[1] |
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Parent department | Department of Labor |
Website | dol.gov/wb |
The Director is appointed by the President. Prior to the Presidential Appointment Efficiency and Streamlining Act of 2011, the position required confirmation by advice and consent of the Senate.[2] Since its founding in 1920, the Director of the Women's Bureau has always been a woman. She is supported by a staff in the national office as well as ten regional offices.[3]