Oct 3, 2022 · Employers in the US are cutting back on maternity and paternity leave, despite evidence it can support gender equality, mental health and the economy.

Nov 27, 2020 · Paternity leave in the US will help men get a better work-life balance. Allowing paternal leave to new fathers will make them happy and also benefit businesses.

May 19, 2022 · An expert explains how companies can help reduce the motherhood penalty and gender pay gap that showed a huge uptick during the pandemic.

Nov 24, 2023 · Shared parental leave is becoming a reality in more places around the world, but the progressive policy often remains better in theory than in practice.

Jan 10, 2018 · The world’s longest paid parental leave Sweden’s parents are given more paid time off work to look after newborn children than those in any other country. And - while other states may …

Oct 12, 2023 · The increased uptake of paternity leave could help achieve gender parity in Japan, fostering a society where it is natural for both families and companies.

Aug 24, 2016 · After maternity leave ends, parents get an additional 435 days off to share, with compensation calculated at the average of their two earnings. Lithuania Nordic countries get a lot of …

A landmark ruling grants fathers shared parental leave rights in South Africa, addressing gender imbalances in care responsibilities. Watch to learn more.

Sep 13, 2017 · Here's what parental leave is like in 11 countries. Australia: There is a legal requirement to provide 12 months' maternity leave. How much time off, if any, is afforded before the baby is due? …

Sep 21, 2023 · There are likely to be twice as many over-65s in the world by 2050. Here’s what some countries are doing to address their ageing populations.