Whitepaper
Health & Safety

Future of Work: Lifting the Second Glass Ceiling

How to empower women to remain productive in the workplace for longer. Discover insights from 6,500 working women across seven countries.

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Discover the views of women on menopause, gender equality, pay parity and their prospects at work, including:

A comparison of views across different markets and sectors.
Steps organizations can take to create a culture of care in workplaces.
Women's thoughts on ending their careers early.
Barriers including physical health, menopause and pay imbalances.
Preferences for where and when they work.
Expectations of their employers.

Market Overview

Overview from markets around the globe

UK market overview

78% say support for women experiencing symptoms of perimenopause or menopause would help women remain in the workforce for longer.

China market overview

69% of women agree it’s helpful for organizations to have formal policies on menopause.

US market overview

38% of women would love the workforce early to have more time to pursue hobbies, spend time with family and travel.

Japan market overview

A third of women believe their generation will not receive pay parity.

Australia market overview

61% of women have not raised issues such as menopause, menstruation related health problems, difficult pregnancies or miscarriage with their employer.

France market overview

29% of women work part-time compared to only 8% of men.

India market overview

61% of women have not raised issues such as menopause, menstruation related health problems, difficult pregnancies or miscarriage with their employer.