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Mothers get nearly eight times more paid leave than fathers – and women pay the price

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New UN data reveals mothers receive nearly eight times more paid leave than fathers globally, creating a significant gender imbalance in parental support. This disparity forces women to bear the primary care burden, impacting family dynamics, child development, and national economic productivity. The report highlights that while fathers' leave is increasing, the gap remains substantial, with specific figures showing mothers' leave duration is roughly double that of fathers in many regions.

Key points

• Mothers receive nearly eight times more paid leave than fathers globally, creating a significant gender imbalance in parental support.
• The disparity forces women to bear the primary care burden, impacting family dynamics, child development, and national economic productivity.

Context

This UN report, published on Thursday, highlights a global trend where mothers receive significantly more paid leave than fathers, creating a significant gender imbalance in parental support.

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The evidence covers global trends but lacks specific regional breakdowns, precise duration comparisons for all countries, and data on economic impacts beyond general productivity metrics.

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