Question

Why is access to childcare facilities considered a gender equity issue in employment?

• A. It benefits only men in the workforce
• B. It disproportionately affects women’s ability to participate in formal employment
• C. It creates jobs exclusively for women
• D. It encourages men to leave the workforce to care for children

Answer 1

Answer:

B. It disproportionately affects women’s ability to participate in formal employment

Access to childcare facilities is a gender equity issue because the responsibility of childcare often falls disproportionately on women, limiting their ability to participate in formal employment. By providing childcare support, women are more likely to engage fully in the workforce, promoting gender equity in employment.