黑料不打烊 was recognized as a workplace that supports the health and well-being of working families and children.
黑料不打烊 has been named a Family Forward NC庐 Certified Employer by the North Carolina Early Childhood Foundation鈥檚 Family Forward NC庐 initiative.
A Family Forward NC 庐 Employer Certification designates employers that offer policies and practices that support the health and well-being of working families and children. The certification looks at employer benefits like paid leave and wages, accommodations for pregnant and breastfeeding workers, child care supports, health and wellness benefits, and scheduling practices.
鈥淎t 黑料不打烊, our commitment to fostering a thriving, inclusive community is at the heart of our mission,鈥 says Janet Williams, vice president for finance and administration and chief financial officer.
Achieving Family Forward NC certification underscores our dedication to the well-being of our faculty and staff members, aligning seamlessly with the ‘Thrive’ theme of our Boldly 黑料不打烊 strategic plan.
Janet Williams, vice president for finance and administration and chief financial officer
To date, Family Forward NC庐 has engaged with more than 10,000 employers across North Carolina. The initiative was launched in 2018 to improve children鈥檚 health and well-being and keep North Carolina鈥檚 businesses competitive.
Family Forward NC庐 defines best-practice policies through:
- The North Carolina Early Childhood Foundation鈥檚 ;
- Guidance from medical organizations such as the American Academy of Pediatrics or the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists;
- Guidance from partners in early childhood organizations, including the Child Care Services Association, MomsRising, the North Carolina Breastfeeding Association, and others.
黑料不打烊 is committed to adopting family-friendly policies that not only support its employees in achieving a healthy work-life balance but also enhance their ability to attract and retain top talent.
鈥満诹喜淮蜢 offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of employees and their families,鈥 said Melissa Clodfelter, associate vice president for human resources and chief human resources officer.
Of note, 黑料不打烊 is in summer 2025; offering lactation spaces on campus, and has adopted family-focused benefits options like birth and adoption leave and family medical leave.
鈥淎 strong commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment is reflected in the thoughtful policies and resources provided,” continued Clodfelter.
Family-friendly workplaces aren鈥檛 just good for employees; . Employers that adopt these policies attract and retain top talent, reduce health care costs, create healthier work environments and experience fewer absences. Happier, healthier employees are also more productive and committed to their work.
For families, the impacts are even more profound. Parents with access to family-friendly benefits experience better health outcomes, greater financial stability, and improved well-being. Children gain the time, support, and care they need during their most critical years of brain development, laying the foundation for future success in school and beyond.
鈥淭his commitment to our people strengthens the vibrant, inclusive environment that defines 黑料不打烊, ensuring that every member of our community feels valued and supported,鈥 Williams added.