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๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

Maxi-competition at the Ministry of Justice 2026, over 9,100 positions coming. How it works

The Italian Ministry of Justice is launching a maxi-competition in 2026 to fill over 9,100 positions, including specific rules and eligibility details.

Mar 23 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Minja Koskela's Cup Upset During Question Time - 'How Dare You'

During a parliamentary question time session, opposition parties challenged the government's handling of Finland's poor employment situation.

Mar 19 โ€ข 16:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Minister of Labor Marttinen on A-studio โ€“ Ready to Change the Criticized Bill

Minister of Labor Matias Marttinen is prepared to modify a controversial bill aimed at facilitating fixed-term employment contracts, while he defends its overall objectives to aid youth employment.

Mar 17 โ€ข 23:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Jobs: Why does the state promote part-time work when it wants full-time?

The article discusses the contradiction in German policy promoting part-time jobs despite a national emphasis on full-time employment, highlighting its impact on women's economic opportunities and societal inequalities.

Mar 12 โ€ข 16:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Santos launches the Emprega Mulher program to enhance qualification and female inclusion in the job market; see the available courses

The city of Santos has launched the Emprega Mulher program aimed at increasing women's participation in the workforce by providing access to free qualification courses in various sectors.

Mar 10 โ€ข 19:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Womenโ€™s Day: Teresinas highlight struggle for family support, work equality, and the right to feel safe

On International Women's Day, Teresians emphasize their ongoing fight for family support, equal employment opportunities, and personal safety.

Mar 8 โ€ข 11:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Meloni: "No one should have to choose between family and work"

On International Women's Day, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni emphasized the evolving role of women in society and the need for an environment where women can thrive without having to choose between family and work.

Mar 8 โ€ข 10:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The Proportion of Female Workers in Large Corporations is Only 25%... Their Pay is 71% of Males'

The proportion of female workers in South Korea's major corporations stands at 25%, and their average salary is reported to be 71% of their male counterparts.

Mar 8 โ€ข 05:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Women's Organizations of Government Parties Demand: Government Proposal on Fixed-Term Employment Contracts to be Returned for Reconsideration

Political women's organizations in Finland are demanding the government's proposal to ease regulations on fixed-term employment contracts be sent back for further preparation, citing concerns about its impact on gender equality in the workplace.

Mar 6 โ€ข 15:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Editorial] Gender Wage Gap Ranks First in OECD, Urgent Need for Gender Equality Wage Disclosure System

The Women's Labor Coalition held a press conference urging the introduction of a gender equality wage disclosure system, highlighting it as a priority ahead of International Women's Day on March 8.

Mar 5 โ€ข 09:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

This Year, 9 Private Employment Equality Counseling Centers to Operate, Which Were Discontinued During the Yoon Administration

The private employment equality counseling centers, which were completely cut under the Yoon administration, will resume operations this year but with a significantly reduced number of centers.

Mar 5 โ€ข 03:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Even Party Members Criticize Proposal to Ease Temporary Employment Contracts - Minister Marttinen Responds

Critics from within the ruling Kokoomus party are challenging the Finnish government's proposal to facilitate temporary employment contracts, citing concerns over gender equality and potential discrimination.

Mar 3 โ€ข 14:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Pay Transparency is Becoming More Common

A recent amendment to the labor code in Poland mandates gender-neutral job listings and pay transparency, marking a significant shift in workplace equality.

Mar 3 โ€ข 11:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The Kokoomus Women appeal unusually to their own minister

Kokoomus women organizations in Finland urge Minister of Employment Matias Marttinen to reconsider proposals easing temporary employment contracts in light of equality and pregnancy discrimination issues.

Mar 3 โ€ข 07:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

Women negotiate the same salary as men, but the results are worse

Women negotiate just as much for salary as men do, but end up achieving less favorable outcomes, according to Djรธf chairperson Sara Vergo.

Mar 2 โ€ข 05:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Black trainees have changed the face of the newsroom and amplified voices at Folha

Since the launch of its exclusive training program for Black journalists in 2021, Folha has seen a significant increase in the representation and employment of Black trainees within its newsroom.

Feb 27 โ€ข 15:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
World

World Bank: Complete Gender Equality in the Workplace Does Not Exist Anywhere in the World

A World Bank report reveals that even with gender equality laws in place, actual implementation is only about 50%, indicating significant ongoing barriers for women in the workforce.

Feb 26 โ€ข 06:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Labor and Family Reconciliation: Key to Productivity and Female Participation

The article discusses the declining labor participation of women in Mexico, highlighting a significant drop in employment and a concerning gender gap in economic participation.

Feb 25 โ€ข 09:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

South Korea, 'Need for Gender Equality Disclosure Law' as It Remains 'Bottom' in Gender Wage Gap

South Korea has remained the bottom-ranked country for gender wage gaps in the OECD for over three decades, leading to calls for the establishment of a 'Gender Equality Disclosure Law' to address the issue.

Feb 25 โ€ข 07:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Gender Equality Ministry Announces Open Recruitment for 'Youth Coexistence and Empathy Committee'

The Ministry of Gender Equality and Family in South Korea is recruiting 150 young members for the first Youth Coexistence and Empathy Committee to address gender perception gaps among the youth.

Feb 22 โ€ข 03:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

At Joe & The Juice, we got a big surprise

An article reflecting on the changing dynamics and employee demographics at Joe & The Juice, noting its shift from a male-dominated workforce to a more balanced gender representation.

Feb 10 โ€ข 06:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

These questions are prohibited in job interviews โ€“ Have you heard them yourself?

The article discusses the types of questions that are legally prohibited in job interviews in Finland, highlighting issues of discrimination based on gender, marital status, or other personal characteristics.

Feb 9 โ€ข 16:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

Transparent salaries. The government's rule circumvents the directive. Obstacles for women

The Italian government's new salary transparency law allows employers to comply with EU directives while potentially perpetuating wage disparities between men and women.

Feb 7 โ€ข 00:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Paternity leave can also be used when spouse is pregnant... Employment Equality Bill passes committee

A revised Employment Equality Bill, allowing fathers to use parental leave when their spouse is pregnant, has passed through the National Assembly's Climate, Energy, Environment and Labor Committee.

Feb 6 โ€ข 06:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Die Welt
Crime & Justice

Government Employee Refuses Gendering and is Fired - Case Goes to Court Today

A federal officer was fired for refusing to use gender-neutral language in a safety document, but a court initially ruled in her favor, and now the case is heading for another round in court.

Feb 5 โ€ข 08:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Job interruptions for women persist despite equal parental leave for fathers and mothers

Job interruptions for women continue even with the equalization of parental leave between fathers and mothers, primarily benefiting only those mothers who earn comparably to their partners.

Jan 4 โ€ข 04:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Temporary workers with better protection? Employers' costs under expert scrutiny

Experts assess the impact of a proposed law aimed at enhancing the protection of temporary workers, which seeks to reduce pay discrimination and equalize access to benefits.

Dec 30 โ€ข 14:01 UTC

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