Dec 17, 2019 · Paternity leave around the world is still shockingly brief and rarely taken. And all talk of gender equality means little without it.

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.

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 · In the US, being granted paternity leave is a rare gift, not a common benefit. Under the Family and Medical Leave Act, federal law grants fathers or other secondary …

Jun 18, 2021 · Even if it is available to them, fathers don’t always use their paternity leave allowance. If they did, it could boost economic output, improve wellbeing, and – of course – …

Aug 7, 2015 · Back in 1974, it was the first country to introduce gender-neutral parental leave and the first to implement “daddy leave” – non-transferable parental leave reserved exclusively for …

Dec 19, 2014 · One Brazilian company is leading by example in extending paid paternity leave from the currently mandated 5 days to 30 days. Ernst and Young, which offers paid leave for …

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.

Mar 7, 2022 · Earmarked paternity leave was introduced to increase mothers' labour market participation, but a new study says its biggest impact is on parental wellbeing.

Jun 7, 2019 · Fewer than half of fathers take all the paternity leave on offer while most men still see changing nappies as a woman's job, according to a report on Wednesday that highlighted …