#parentalleave

In just a few short weeks, I'll be welcoming a new baby into the world. As I prepare to take some time off after delivery, I'm already thinking about the way life will change and what needs to happen in order to make sure everything goes smoothly during my absence. And while thinking through all of these things can be overwhelming at times (especially when it comes to balancing work with new motherhood), it's important that I communicate clearly with both my employer and colleagues so they know what's going on with me as well. That's why writing a maternity leave letter is such an important step—it sets the tone for any discussions about what type of accommodations or other needs you may have once back at work after giving birth (and even before!).

The new reforms will give the same amount of leave (164 days, or around 6.6 months) to both parents, regardless of their gender, a move the government said promotes gender equality and inclusivity. Pregnant women will get an additional month on top of this quota and single parents will be able to use the total allowance offered to two parents. Marin, the youngest prime minister in the world, admitted at the time Finland needed to reform its parental leave policy, explaining that “too few fathers were spending time with their children while they were young.” Sweden has the most generous paid leave allowance in Europe for both sexes, offering parents a total quota of 480 days, or 240 days each. Source: https://www.cnbc.com/2020/02/05/finland-to-give-men-and-women-equal-paid-parental-leave.html This week’s artist is Ossi Pirkonen.

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## Luxury Chain Sets New Standard for Family Support Rosewood Hotels has announced a groundbreaking global parental‑leave policy that grants every employee, irrespective of gender or seniority, 16 weeks of fully paid leave. The decision comes as Asian nations grapple with sharply declining fertility rates, highlighted by Hong Kong’s current total‑fertility rate of 0.8 children per woman. By positioning itself as a leader in workplace benefits, Rosewood aims to attract and retain talent while addressing broader societal concerns about demographic trends. ### Key Takeaways - **Uniform benefit**: All staff members receive 16 weeks of paid parental leave, with no distinction based on role or gender. - **Benchmark for the sector**: The policy establishes a new baseline for luxury hospitality operators in the region. - **Contextual urgency**: Asia’s birth‑rate slump—exemplified by Hong Kong’s sub‑one‑child average—adds pressure on corporations to support family planning. - **Potential talent advantage**: Enhanced work‑life balance may improve recruitment and retention in a competitive labor market. - **Gender‑neutral approach**: The leave entitlement applies equally to mothers, fathers, and non‑binary employees, promoting inclusivity. - **Corporate responsibility signal**: Rosewood’s move aligns with growing expectations for socially responsible business practices. - **Economic implications**: Extended paid leave could influence labor costs but may be offset by reduced turnover and higher employee engagement. - **Regional relevance**: The policy arrives amid reports of fertility declines in South Korea, Japan, and other East Asian economies. - **Industry ripple effect**: Competitors may feel compelled to revise their own parental‑leave offerings. - **Long‑term societal impact**: Supporting families could contribute, however modestly, to stabilizing demographic trends. #RosewoodHotels #ParentalLeave #PaidLeave #WorkLifeBalance #BirthRateDecline #AsiaDemographics #CorporatePolicy #GenderEquality #LuxuryHospitality #newsababil360 [Read Full Article](https://news.ababil360.com/rosewood-hotels-parental-leave-policy-sets-16-week-paid-benchmark-amid-asias-birth-rate-slump/)

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