Letter Urges Directors Guild To Improve Parental Leave Policy

The transcript discusses a campaign led by Jessica Dimmock, supported by celebrities like Amy Poehler, Ava Duvernay, and Reese Witherspoon, urging the Directors Guild of America (DGA) to improve its parental leave policies. The current policy requires members to earn a minimum of $36,000 annually to qualify for insurance, which poses challenges for new parents. Dimmock lost her benefits after taking time off for her baby and is advocating for extended qualifying periods for new and adoptive parents. The DGA is reviewing the matter, which gained attention before the 72nd DGA Awards.

Who initiated the campaign to improve parental leave policies in the Directors Guild of America?

• Amy Poehler

• Jessica Dimmock

• Ava Duvernay

• Reese Witherspoon

What is the current minimum annual income required for Guild members to qualify for insurance?

• $36,000

• $20,000

• $50,000

• $45,000

What does Jessica Dimmock propose for new mothers in terms of insurance qualification?

• Offer a one-time bonus

• Provide free insurance

• Extend the qualifying period

• Reduce the minimum income requirement

According to the campaign, who else should the policy changes apply to besides biological mothers?

• Fathers

• Adoptive parents

• Grandparents

• All Guild members

What event was the letter made public ahead of?

• The Golden Globes

• The Emmy Awards

• The 72nd DGA Awards

• The Oscars