Featuring interviews with 9to5’s founders, as well as actor and activist Jane Fonda, this documentary is the previously untold story of the fight that inspired a hit and changed the American workplace
Registration will be limited to 3000 total for this virtual screening. This event provides access to view the 2020 documentary, 9to5: The Story of A Movement.
When Dolly Parton sang “9 to 5,” she was doing more than just shining a light on the fate of American working women. Parton was singing the true story of a movement that started with 9to5, a group of Boston secretaries in the early 1970s. Their goals were simple—better pay, more advancement opportunities, and an end to sexual harassment—but their unconventional approach attracted the press and shamed their bosses into change. Featuring interviews with 9to5’s founders, as well as actor and activist Jane Fonda, 9to5: The Story of a Movement is the previously untold story of the fight that inspired a hit and changed the American workplace.
The recording can be viewed starting at 2pm, Friday, March 21 through 11:59, Sunday, March 23. Registrants will receive an email with a special link to the performance.
This event is made possible by Illinois Libraries Present, a statewide collaboration among public libraries offering premier events. ILP is funded in part by a grant awarded by the Illinois State Library, a department of the Office of Secretary of State, using funds provided by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services, under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA). ILP is committed to inclusion and accessibility. To request accommodations, please email illinoislibrariespresent@gmail.com.
Contact the Adult and Teen Services Desk at ATS@dglibrary.org or call (630) 960-1200 with questions.
Participant Zoom instructions:
AGE GROUP: | Teens | Seniors | High School | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Virtual Program | Registration Required | Lectures |
