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What workers really want - and how it can bridge the gender gap: Reshma Saujani
Mar 7, 2024
Reshma Saujani discusses the importance of valuing families in the workplace to bridge gender gaps. She shares insights on advocating for paid leave and using AI tools to connect people to benefits. The podcast explores challenges faced by women balancing work and family roles, emphasizing the need for support and upskilling in response to technological advancements.
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Quick takeaways
- Leaders need to prioritize supporting employees' families to enhance competitiveness and bridge gender pay gaps.
- AI-powered tools like PaidLeave.AI can facilitate access to essential family benefits and address structural barriers for marginalized communities.
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Origins of Mom's First Movement
Reshma Sugani, the founder of Mom's First, aimed to address the caregiving gap exacerbated by the pandemic. She recognized that unpaid labor like childcare and household chores burdened women, leading many to exit the workforce during the pandemic. Through Mom's First, Reshma advocates for paid care initiatives like childcare support. By highlighting the economic impact of caregiving responsibilities, she emphasizes the need for structural changes like paid leave and equal pay to empower women.
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