Highlights
- Employers can boost women's engagement by addressing diverse health needs with tailored benefits, from fertility support to menopause care
- Pay equity and career advancement opportunities are crucial for retaining female talent and improving workplace morale
- Comprehensive caregiving support and flexible work arrangements can reduce stress and increase job satisfaction among women
As of 2023, women make up approximately 70.2% of the workforce in the European Union and are often primarily responsible for making benefits decisions for their families and for taking on caregiving duties. These responsibilities can result in lost productivity or dropping out of the workforce when women must choose between family obligations and professional opportunities.
With multiple generations of women in the workforce, organizations must consider a wide range of needs, from reproductive health and family forming support to menopause and caring for aging parents. Since these needs can affect the course of women's careers and the choices they make about where to work, employers need to proactively support women's wellbeing in their policies and workplace culture to attract and retain female talent.
Conclusion
When it comes to employee wellbeing, the stakes have never been higher for employers and women. Employers that listen, create awareness and deploy policies to improve women's wellbeing across their lifespans will have access to the best workforce and reap substantial economic benefits.
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