Parental Leave on the Rise: Insights and Trends in the Workplace

2023-06-10 06:06:45

While birth leave is still struggling to take hold, Onem has recorded a 9.2% increase in parental leave in one year. For some employers, the demand, especially from dads, is even greater.

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Deputy head of the company service

By Sandra Durieux

Published on 06/10/2023 at 08:06
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Lhe first positive effects of support measures for birth leave (for fathers and co-parents) and parental leave are gradually beginning to be felt, particularly among dads, who are more and more likely to subscribe to this right.

At Partena Professional, there was also an increase in the number of hours of absence related to this leave of 15% for men (14% for women). “The increasing take of this type of leave by workers is likely indicative of a change in mindset and greater recognition of work-life balance. Workers feel less stigmatized and more supported by supportive company policies. These leaves strengthen employee loyalty and their commitment to the organization,” says Wim Demey, Customer Intelligence Manager at Partena Professional.

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