“Despite a small number of improvements since last year, our [Deloitte Women @ Work 2024: A Global Outlook] survey tells us that women are facing mounting pressures in the workplace, their personal lives, and in their communities,” says Emma Codd, Global Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer, Deloitte. Key findings from this report listed below and described in this article https://lnkd.in/gURJK7TQ Half of women say their stress levels have increased since last year, and despite some progress, they are still not receiving adequate mental health support in the workplace Women’s disproportionate share of domestic responsibilities, including a sharp rise in those caring for another adult, is taking a toll on their careers and mental health Nearly half of women are concerned about their personal safety at work or while traveling to or for work Many women who experience challenges related to menstrual disorders, fertility, and even more so for menopause, feel unable to seek support or take time off from work Experiences with hybrid work are improving, but some women say they have made adjustments to their work and personal lives following return-to-office policies “It is widely understood that more diverse organizations perform better, yet most organizations in our study are not making visible progress on their commitments to gender equality,” says Elizabeth Faber, Global Chief People & Purpose Officer, Deloitte. “To create inclusive cultures that enable women’s success at work, organizations should focus on addressing workplace factors that drive stress, reduce stigma and create a culture where women feel able to disclose challenges with their mental and physical health, support efforts to balance work responsibilities with commitments outside of work, and enact policies that empower women’s career progression.” https://lnkd.in/gURJK7TQ
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Deloitte's Women @ Work report reveals the ongoing struggles faced by women in the workforce. Despite progress, half of women say their stress levels have increased since last year, and mental health support remains inadequate. Balancing domestic responsibilities is taking a toll on careers, with many women feeling overwhelmed by the weight of caregiving duties. Additionally, almost half of women are concerned about their personal safety at work, especially underrepresented groups. Women continue to silently navigate health issues like menstruation, menopause, and fertility, fearing backlash on their careers if they speak out. Amid evolving work dynamics, prioritizing flexibility and work-life balance is key to retaining female talent. Although progress has been made, there is still a long way to go until we reach true gender equity. Rutgers Center for Women in Business (CWIB) encourages all to create environments where women feel empowered to thrive professionally and personally. https://lnkd.in/dy4wrT9X
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Deloitte's Women @ Work: A Global Outlook survey has found that fewer women report feeling supported by their employers to balance work responsibilities with their commitments outside of work—a trend that is leading some women to switch employers. #Deloitte #Inclusion #Diversity https://lnkd.in/g4Su4r5R
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Deloitte's Women @ Work: A Global Outlook survey reveals ongoing challenges faced by women in the workplace, including rising stress levels and mental health concerns. 🔺 Mental health is a top three concern for women globally (48%), falling behind only their financial security (51%) and rights (50%). 🔺 Nearly all women (95%) believe that requesting or taking advantage of flexible work opportunities will negatively affect their chances of promotion and 93% don’t expect that their workload would be adjusted if they moved to a flexible working arrangement. Despite some improvements, the transition to hybrid work models has brought both positive experiences and challenges. The disproportionate burden of household responsibilities borne by women affects their mental health and professional growth. As companies reconsider return-to-office policies, flexibility and work-life balance emerge as crucial factors in retaining women employees. To drive progress towards gender equality, organizations must prioritize mental and physical health support and create inclusive environments where women can thrive personally and professionally. ❇ On a personal note, over the past 6 months, I've been vocal both on LinkedIn and offline about my journey dealing with postpartum mental health challenges. Drafting my first post, I was nervous; I knew it would change how people perceive me going forward. However, I found the courage to share my story thanks to my unapologetically bold nature and the supportive environment provided by my workplace and colleagues at Deloitte. Read the full survey report below. #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #womenatwork #genderequality #inclusionmatters
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42% of women felt judged by the hours they are present / online, rather than by the quality of their work. Just one among quite a smattering of gloomy - but unsurprising - findings in Deloitte's latest Women at Work report. A few more sobering / alarming stats below for you to digest. My over-riding takeaway from this report is that we are moving in the wrong direction when it comes to workplace inclusion, flexibility, and gender equality. And there appears to be very limited appetite or urgency to course-correct. Across Deloitte's survey of 5,000 women across 10 countries, they found: 🙋♀️ 95% of women feel that requesting or taking advantage of flexible working offerings will affect the likelihood of promotion. 🙎♀️ Fewer women that last year feel supported by their employer to balance their work and outside-of-work responsibilities. 🤰 Over 1/4 of women experienced challenges relating to menstruation, menopause or fertility. And despite a far greater focus on menopause particularly, fewer women feel comfortable discussing these challenges with their managers than in 2023. 🤦♀️ And as if that wasn't bad enough, more say that their career has been negatively affected by discussing these matters in the past. 🤷♀️ Half felt that their stress levels are higher now than a year ago, and a similar number are "concerned" or "very concerned" about their mental health. 🙅♀️ And, if you think the work is done in educating our leaders on inclusion, dignity and respect..... Well, think again, because 1/4 experienced inappropriate comments from people in senior positions in their organisations. There is so much more employers could and absolutely should be doing to 1. Listen to their workforce (in my view - ALWAYS the right place to start), 2. Identify issues and barriers facing women / caregivers / parents, and 3. Adopt more nuanced and personalised approaches to support, retain and grow and get the best out of their people. https://lnkd.in/edxc5fca
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Women are battling new challenges in the workplace, personal lives and in communities ⚠️ That’s according to Women @ Work: A Global Outlook - an annual Deloitte survey of 5,000 women in workplaces - which highlights new mental and physical health issues impacting females 👩🏽👩 As Emma Codd put it, women are “facing mounting pressures” - notably: 🕒 Stress and long working hours damaging mental health 🏠 Bearing the most responsibility for the household 🏥 Working through pain - menstrual disorders, fertility and menopause ⚠️ Personal safety concerns - at work or while traveling 📉 Lack of Gender Equality Leaders For Elizabeth Faber, to create inclusive cultures that enable women’s success at work, organisations should focus on: ✅ Addressing workplace factors that drive stress and reduce stigma ✅ Help women disclose challenges with mental and physical health ✅ Support efforts to balance work responsibilities with outside commitments ✅ Enact policies that empower women’s career progression Full insights here 👉 https://lnkd.in/gfJTzUKB #InspiredKnowledge
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To my LI network, this is worth the read, irrespective of your gender. The more we understand each other, the better we can support each other! Thank you, Moxie, for shining a light on the real challenges women face in the workplace and our industry. This piece brings focus to seldom-discussed but very real issues such as "Working through pain - menstrual disorders, fertility, and menopause" and "Personal safety concerns - at work or while travelling." This conversation will only elevate our industry's awareness and understanding of these critical topics. Thank you Moxie Insights for bringing this conversation to to the table and amplifying it.
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According to Deloitte’s Women @ Work: A Global Outlook report, 1 in 4 women globally do not want a senior leadership role, and they cite company culture as the reason. Fewer women report feeling supported by their employers in balancing work responsibilities with their commitments outside of work. They speak of the following specifics when discussing the factors that go into their decision to pursue leadership positions: ✨Stress and long working hours ✨Household responsibilities ✨Feeling unsafe in the workplace/non-inclusive behaviors ✨Working through pain related to menstruation, menopause or fertility Flexibility and work-life balance are essential for organizations looking to hire, retain, and promote women. When you get the culture right, the results are evident: in organizations known as “Gender Equality Leaders”, 92% of women express interest in pursuing senior leadership positions. https://lnkd.in/g4d_eXpJ
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🌟 Empowering Women in the Workplace 🌟 The latest findings from Deloitte's Women @ Work: A Global Outlook survey are in, shedding light on the challenges women continue to face in balancing their professional responsibilities with personal commitments. Despite strides in workplace flexibility, the survey reveals concerning trends: ◾ Stress levels are rising, impacting mental health. ◾ Many women feel unsupported by employers in achieving work-life balance. ◾ Household responsibilities disproportionately affect women's careers and mental well-being. As Emma Codd, Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer at Deloitte Global, emphasizes, change is imperative. Employers must enable environments where women feel supported and empowered. Key insights include: ◾ Mental health is a top concern, with half of respondents reporting increased stress. ◾ Women who bear the greatest household responsibilities struggle to disconnect from work. ◾ Workplace safety concerns persist, particularly for underrepresented groups. However, there's hope: companies recognized as Gender Equality Leaders showcase environments where women thrive, with higher levels of loyalty, productivity, and comfort in discussing mental health. To retain top talent and foster inclusivity, employers must prioritize flexibility, supportive cultures, and equitable policies. Let's work together to create workplaces where all women can succeed. See the article: https://lnkd.in/ed_RgxMa #StrongerTogether #WeRiseByLiftingOthers #herCAREER #GenderEquality #WomenEmpowerment #WorkplaceEquality #InclusionMatters
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Women are making significant strides today, yet their mental health is paying a price. A recent Deloitte survey of 5,000 women across ten countries reveals that at least half of them reported higher stress levels than a year ago, with many taking time off due to mental health reasons. These women hold diverse roles, ranging from non-managerial positions to C-suite and board positions. The survey highlights the impact of work hours on mental well-being. Among those working only contracted hours, about half described their mental health as good. However, this figure plummeted to 23% for those who regularly worked extra hours. Additionally, only 37% of women felt they could switch off from work entirely. Companies play a crucial role in supporting women’s mental health. Unfortunately, fewer women reported feeling supported by employers regarding work-life balance issues. Consequently, more women were likely to switch jobs, with 43% expecting to stay with their current employer for just one to two years. Only 29% anticipated staying for three to five years, and a mere 9% planned to remain for more than five years. However, there’s hope. Deloitte identifies “Gender Equality Leaders” as companies that prioritise inclusive cultures and work-life balance. Women at these firms expressed stronger intentions to stay with their employer for over three years (62%) compared to those at “Gender Equality Lagging” firms (13%). Moreover, these leaders significantly outperformed in progressing into senior leadership roles (92% versus 31%). https://lnkd.in/eb3bQ5vh #WomenAtWork #GenderEquality #MentalHealthAtWork
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🔎Key findings include: 🔹Health Challenges: More than a quarter of women face health issues linked to menstruation, fertility, or menopause. Shockingly, around 40% of those experiencing high menstrual or menopausal pain continue working through it, while 20% of those with fertility health challenges who took time off fear it has harmed their career. 🔹Caregiving Burden: Half of women with partners shoulder the majority of childcare responsibilities, and 57% are primarily responsible for caring for another adult, with only 30% sharing this load equally. 🔹Safety Concerns: Nearly half of women express worries about their safety at work or during work-related travel. Additionally, 43% report experiencing microaggressions or harassment in the workplace. 🔹Mental Well-being: Despite these troubling findings, over half of women feel they lack sufficient mental health support from their employers, and two-thirds don't feel comfortable discussing their mental health at work. 🔹Flexible Work Arrangements: While hybrid work arrangements offer some relief, more than 40% of women note their employers recently mandated a return to the office. Consequently, many have requested reduced hours, experienced mental health deterioration, or observed decreased productivity. Lack of flexible working hours ranks among the top reasons women changed jobs in the past year. 👁Looking Ahead: 🔸Inclusive Cultures: Organizations fostering inclusive cultures valuing work-life balance and supporting women's career progression witness higher loyalty and productivity levels. They also cultivate environments where women feel safer, can openly discuss mental health, and believe they can work flexibly without jeopardizing their careers. 🔸Call for Change: Organizations need to utilize this critical insight to drive meaningful and sustainable change, fostering gender equality in workplaces worldwide. This status quo must evolve, with employers actively facilitating this transformation. https://lnkd.in/eCiB78pU #womenatwork #womenintheworkforce #genderinequality #genderbias
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