Women in the Workforce

The pandemic led to an unprecedented exodus of women from the workforce, with 11 million leaving their jobs and a staggering 1.1 million still missing. As women balanced unpaid labor at home with professional demands, many found themselves downshifting careers or reevaluating their paths. While some view this shift as a choice, the reality is that many felt they had no option but to adapt to the overwhelming responsibilities of caretaking during such a challenging time.