The Work and Family Researchers Network (WFRN) held its fourth biennial conference on June 21-23 in Washington, D.C.

The Work and Family Researchers Network (WFRN) held its fourth biennial conference on June 21-23 in Washington, D.C. The conference theme was "OpenScience: Assumptions and Translation of Work and Family Research".  

 Nearly 400 participants from over 30 countries participated in 118 sessions along with a pre-conference workshop. Penn’s representation included Pilar Gonalons-Pons, Lauren Harris and three colleagues from the Wharton School. Jerry A. Jacobs served as Executive Officer of WFRN and was prominently featured on the program.  Jacobs’ received a “Leaders and Legacies Award” for his service to the work and family research community.