The practices help build a more just and equitable society for women in the workplace
A gender equality It is still a major challenge in the job market. Out of 10 hours of work carried out by women, 6.5 are unpaid and, therefore, are not accounted for in the economic indices. This is what Oxfam, a Brazilian organization founded in 2014, which aims to fight poverty, inequalities and injustices in the world, calculates.
This dedication without financial compensation is classified as “economy of care“, a concept that refers to the set of actions related to the care necessary to maintain the lives of other people. The expression was defined in 1993 by the political scientist Joan Tronto and covers all types of work motivated by the objective of improve someone’s life.
While essential, this type of work often is invisible and less valued from a socioeconomic point of view, often carried out by women for free or underpaid. At the domestic level, the care economy is connected to housework and the care of children and family members.
“Companies are aware of this burden on women, so much so that, in many cases, in performance feedback, the manager ends up giving negative feedback to a woman, because she is a mother and also dedicates herself to taking care of her children , having a greater need to work home officefor example, even if they have equal or greater commitment than men, whether they are parents or not”, underlines Camila Lourençato, lawyer and managing partner of Irmanas.
Gender equality in companies
To change this scenario, according to the expert, it is necessary to adopt measures that contribute to the construction of a more just and egalitarian society, which recognizes and values the care work carried out mainly by women.
According to her, “it is necessary to create deadlines and indicators that indicate the success of actions.” Furthermore, it is necessary “that women are more than listened to: that they are truly understood and included in the development of these solutions”.
Below, the professional has listed five tips on what women can observe in companies to understand whether or not gender equality exists in the workplace.
1. Equal parental leave
Offer equal parental leave for men and women, encouraging the equal division of family responsibilities.
2. Flexibility at work
Provide flexible schedules and remote work options so employees can balance family obligations with work.
3. Pay equity
Ensure that men and women receive equal pay for equivalent roles, eliminating gender disparities.
4. Training programs
Training and professional development programs for women, promoting their advancement into leadership positions.
5. Inclusive culture
Maintain an organizational culture that values diversity and promotes equal opportunities for all, regardless of gender.
Source: Terra
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