Why are Firms so Resistant to Hiring Women?

Saleh Alodayni, Claudia Eger, Thiemo Fetzer, Jennifer Peck

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    Abstract

    Firms face a multifaceted set of challenges when employing women. Challenges span from unclear female labor regulations, to the high cost of accommodating workplaces, to low retention of workers. Policymakers can provide incentives for frms to mitigate challenges associated with employing women.
    Original languageEnglish
    Publication dateDec 2018
    Place of PublicationCambridge, MA
    PublisherHarvard Kennedy School
    Number of pages2
    Publication statusPublished - Dec 2018
    SeriesPolicy Insight

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