Inequality is about more than just pay. A new report by Deloitte revealed the harsh realities for women at work across ten different countries.
The survey pointed out that over a quarter of women have health issues related to menstruation, fertility or menopause work through it, while those who took time off believe it damaged their career.
Furthermore, 50% of women with a partner handle the bulk of childcare while only 26% say it’s split evenly.
Meanwhile, 57% of women with a partner say they are responsible for taking care of another adult, and only 30% say this is split evenly.
While 20% of women say they are the primary earner, about 50% say they still have the greater responsibility for childcare.
Only 27% of women who have the greater responsibilities at home say they are able to focus on their careers.
The survey also highlighted that return to work approaches need to factor in unique situations.
The transition to full-time work has led to difficult adjustments for many women.
About 41% of women have asked for a reduction in their hours, 31% say it has negatively affected their mental health and 36% think less of their employer.
The stark reality conveyed by this data cannot be ignored, organizations will use this critical insight to help drive meaningful and sustained change and enable gender equality in workplaces around the world.
Olekanma Favour is a resourceful, self-motivated, and result-driven writer.
