women’s workforce participation

A new EAC-PM working paper shows that women’s labour participation is rising, but women remain more likely than men to work without formal contracts, benefits or protection.

The Delhi government seeks to amend night-shift restrictions for women, enabling greater workforce participation. But its success depends on real-world execution of safety standards, transport support, and cultural buy-in.

Vinita Sethi, a public policy expert, shares her thoughts on women’s participation in the workforce, exploring barriers, biases, and actionable solutions for inclusivity.