VCW's Publications

Vermont Commission on Women’s Annual Report: The Status of Women and Girls in Vermont

2009 Status Report (PDF file, 735 KB)

2008 Status Report (PDF file, 384 KB)

2007 Status Report (PDF file, 417 KB)

2006 Status Report (PDF file, 701 KB)

2005 Status Report (PDF file, 335 KB)

The Vermont Guide to Parental and Family Leave

This 20-page booklet provides information for employees and employers about parental, family, and short-term leave. Information includes descriptions of federal and Vermont state laws, detailed definitions for each type of leave, and answers to commonly-asked questions.
Vermont Guide to Parental and Family Leave (PDF file, 5 MB)

Sexual Harassment in the Workplace: A Guide for Employees and Employers

This 20-page booklet provides general information, including a definition of sexual harassment, descriptions of state and federal laws, policies for Vermont businesses, and steps employees can take if harassed.
Sexual Harassment in the Workplace (PDF file, 674 KB)

An Insider’s Guide to Getting Appointed to Vermont State Boards and Commissions

This 16-page booklet takes the reader through step-by-step preparation for the boards and commissions applications process.
Getting Appointed (PDF file, 1,037 KB)

Vermont boards and commissions have multiple appointing authorities, many include the Governor. Link here for vacancy information and an application from the Governor's Boards & Commissions Office

The Legal Rights of Women in Vermont

This handbook provides information to help women understand their rights under Vermont law. Chapters include adoptions, consumer protection and fair credit, domestic relations, education, employment rights, governmental benefits, housing and property rights, insurance, name changes, public accommodations, reproductive rights, violence against women and children, and wills.
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Vermont Commission on Women's Brochure

VCW Brochure (PDF file, 230 KB)

Equal Pay Brochure

Equal Pay Brochure (PDF file, 65 KB)

Employer Pay Equity Self-Audit

Link to Business and Professional Women Foundation's Equal Pay Audit

Listen, Talk, and Keep Talking

VCW's tips and tools for parents when confronted with objectionable sexual or violent language or imagery
Listen, Talk and Keep Talking (PDF file, 243 KB)

Executive Summaries of "What Teen Girls Say" Surveys

2010: Employment and Education (PDF file, 224 KB)

2009: Money Matters (PDF file, 1,982 KB)

2008: Health and Wellness (PDF file, 1,089 KB)

2007: Bullying and Harassment (PDF file, 1,053 KB)

2006: Growing Up in Vermont (PDF file, 1,340 KB)

Vermont Workplaces Support Nursing Moms

Employers and Employees: Find out more about the needs and rights of moms returning to work.
Nursing Moms (PDF file, 182 KB)

VCW Listing of Trainers for Salary, Benefits, and Flexbile Workplace Issues

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Managed Care and You: A Simple Guide to Choosing and Using a Managed Care Health Plan

A set of comprehensive educational materials for health consumers, these booklet detail how managed care works, how to choose a health plan, what to do to get the health care you and your family need, what your rights are in managed care, and what to do if you have a problem with your health plan.
Managed Care and You (PDF file, 5,847 KB)

Accessing Health Care in Vermont: A Woman-Centered Approach

Health Care in VT (PDF file, 155 KB)

How to Order Publications

When ordering VCW publications, please provide us with your name, address, and phone number, as well as the name of the publication you wish to receive.

Commission on Women

State of Vermont