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Covid-19 has certainly shaken the world economy. But, given the factors impacting labour market in India, the pandemic is only 1 of the many career derailers affecting women in the workforce. Let us explore a key factor – #skilldifferentials in the Indian workforce. A thread
To bridge the gaps towards greater parity and inclusion, it is critical to understand the dynamics of women in India's workforce and the challenges therewith. It appears that there is a triage at play : 1) Govt policies, 2) Employer's focus and 3) The woman's own employability
Marginalization in the labour market is highly likely to be affecting lower-skilled employees. And, in a country like India, where women's workforce participation is comparatively low, the likeliness of women being the vulnerable category is very high.
