Bringing the case for workers' rights home, literally

Ai-jen Poo is the director of the National Domestic Workers Alliance (NDWA). She oversees 48 affiliate organizations that advocate for millions of women who work as nannies, housekeepers and caregivers across the country. The majority are women who make less than $13 per hour and work for employers that do not offer health insurance, retirement benefits or Social Security payments. Ai-jen's story is part of a larger Mashable series called The Real Miss America, aiming to honor diverse role models, celebrate their achievements, and inspire us all.