The gender pay gap describes the average difference in hourly wages between male and female workers with similar qualifications and experience. In Latin America and the Caribbean, studies have documented this gap across all economies. Women in the region earn 22% less than men, regardless of their years of education. Furthermore, this gap has increased by two percentage … [Read more...] about Does Greater Availability of Care Services Lead to More Women in the Formal Labor Market?
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Latin America and Europe Exchange Experiences on the Silver Economy
In Latin America and the Caribbean, 7.8 million people over the age of 65 need help with activities of daily living, a figure that will increase to 14 million by 2035 and to 23 million by 2050. Aging particularly affects women, who live longer than men and predominantly take on caregiving roles: 75% of dependent older adults in the region are cared for by family members, and 6 … [Read more...] about Latin America and Europe Exchange Experiences on the Silver Economy
Time-Use Data: An Important Tool for Equality in Latin America and the Caribbean
Time-use data are an essential tool to understand how people allocate their time across different activities. Examples include paid work, unpaid domestic work, leisure, and self-care. This information provides valuable insights into productivity, how our societies are structured, and the overall well-being of the population. Additionally, such data are indispensable for public … [Read more...] about Time-Use Data: An Important Tool for Equality in Latin America and the Caribbean
Quality: A Key Condition When Talking About Care
In the last decade, several countries in Latin America and the Caribbean have been actively working on building and strengthening care systems. This has represented a paradigm shift as it has required a broader perspective, placing the care needs of families at the center and organizing public policy responses around them. One of the main pillars of a care system is the … [Read more...] about Quality: A Key Condition When Talking About Care
Care Policies: A Strategic Decision for Companies
A few years ago, I had the opportunity to interview the head of production for one of the largest industrial companies in the region. The chance to learn her story filled me with excitement. She had managed to become the first woman to hold the position of industrial director in a company with a long production history, but one historically marked by low female … [Read more...] about Care Policies: A Strategic Decision for Companies