Women (and mothers) in the workforce: Worldwide factors

• This is an empirical research related to the factors to stay women in labor market.
• Findings show relevant factors on different job positions.
• The most important factor in all job positions is child care provisions.

SynopsisThe number of women in the workforce is increasing, although its rate continues to remain low in terms of the population they represent. Some factors such as friendly family policies, eliminating restrictions at work, and non-discrimination laws have been suggested as promoting women's economic advances. This is empirical research and analyzes the relevant factors to those in the workforce in three job positions. These findings indicate that child care provisions have had a positive influence on women's workforce participation in all job positions. This situation protects jobs, eliminates restrictions and improves non-discrimination.