OECD Report Highlights South Korea's Workplace Culture Lag in Childbirth Support Despite Policy Advances
A 174-page report from the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), titled 'Analysis of Trends in South Korea’s Fertility, Labor, and Family Policies,' indicates that while South Korea has made progress in family support policies, its labor market systems and workplace culture have not kept pace. The report, released on November 8th, analyzes the country's low birth rate from multiple perspectives, including family support, the labor market, and societal perceptions. It specifically points out the difficulty for Korean women to balance work and childcare, despite increased government support. The OECD emphasizes that many Korean women still face a choice between their careers and family life, calling for improvements in the labor market and workplace culture.
