Making and Breaking Gender Inequalities in Work

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'This timely volume brings together leading feminist scholars to analyze the causes and potential labor governance solutions to persistent patterns of gender inequities in the world of work - inequities that were greatly exacerbated during the COVID-19 pandemic. With a broad array of case studies across countries and sectors, it makes an important contribution to our understanding of efforts to achieve social justice at work.' -- Mark Anner, Penn State University, US 'Women's contribution to sustaining societies and economies is more important than ever. As governments grapple with economic and social crises, as populations age and workforces feminize, as care needs for children, the elderly and those with a disability grow, questions about how best to respond to these challenges are ever present. This book provides thorough research, analyses and reflections that are made for the times. The chapters span gender and work concerns in the Global South and North, the measurement of gender inequalities and the important role of employment relations institutions in bringing about a better future for working women.' -- Marian Baird AO, The University of Sydney, Australia 'This book provides an extremely insightful comparative analysis of persistent gender inequalities across the globe with contributions from teams of leading scholars. Especially noteworthy is the book's examination of how COVID-19 increased inequalities while revealing the limits of current remedial policies. While there have been modest gains through measures such as gender equality collective bargaining and various legislative initiatives, the book pointedly shows how much more needs to be done to fully eliminate inequalities and provide broad access to work-life balance. It is a must-read for both researchers and policymakers.' -- Harry C. Katz, President, ILERA and Jack Sheinkman Professor, School of Industrial and Labor Relations, Cornell University, New York, US