President Obama Issues Proclamation Honoring 90th Anniversary of the Department of Labor Women's Bureau

President Barack Obama proclaimed June 11, 2010 as the 90th Anniversary of the Department of Labor Women's Bureau. Additionally, he called upon all Americans to observe the anniversary with ceremonies, program, and events that honor the Bureau's accomplishments, history, and contributions to working women.

As stated in the Proclamation, there are now more women in America's workforce than ever before, yet they still face significant obstacles to equal economic opportunity and advancement. The Women's Bureau in the Department of Labor was established by Congress on June 5, 1920, only 2 months prior to women gaining the right to vote.

For 90 years, the Women's Bureau has been a leader on the forefront for working women nationwide through its commitment to advancing employment opportunities, improving their working conditions, and helping women to achieve economic security.