We know how to shape systems to better support working mothers. So why don’t we?

As more women join the workforce and gradually gain representation in leadership roles, the lack of resources like affordable childcare and paid maternity leave has become increasingly consequential. In the first half of last year, the U.S. saw the steepest decline of working mothers with children under 5 years old in 40 years, according to a University of Kansas study, and that decline has continued. During this week’s Fast Company Innovation Festival, staff editor Shalene Gupta as...