China News Service, Macau, March 7 (Reporter Long Tuyou) The Macau Workers' Federation (hereinafter referred to as the Federation of Trade Unions) held a press conference on the 7th to announce the results of the "2021 Macau Women's Living and Employment Status Questionnaire".
The survey found that due to the new crown pneumonia epidemic, female employees are also affected by unemployment and reduced income. Nearly 65% of women have reduced income during the epidemic, and they feel pressured in life.
According to Liang Mingen, deputy director of the Women’s Committee of the Federation of Trade Unions, a survey of 1186 Macau women aged 18 or above found that nearly 95% of the employed women interviewed were full-time workers; and 60% of women’s epidemics experienced reduced income or financial difficulties. ; More than 60% feel the work pressure is heavy or great; nearly 75% are worried or very worried about the employment prospects.
In addition, more than 90% of the respondents believe that the government should introduce the third round of economic assistance measures.
Li Jingyi, vice chairman of the Federation of Trade Unions and member of the Legislative Council, said that due to the continuing impact of the epidemic on Macau, one of the focus of this investigation is to pay attention to women's employment, family income, and work and life pressures during the epidemic.
Due to the unsatisfactory economic recovery in the short term, many women interviewed expressed concern about their employment prospects and expected the government to actively introduce relevant assistance measures to help residents tide over the difficulties.
Li Jingyi pointed out that many interviewees are concerned about employment opportunities, career development and training opportunities.
It is hoped that the government will actively study and improve the "Labor Relations Law" to ensure that women enjoy relevant labor rights and strengthen the protection of employment for pregnant women and mothers, such as gradually increasing maternity leave and annual leave, and increasing regulations on the guarantee of employment opportunities for pregnant women and mothers.
At the same time, it is recommended that the government strengthen vocational training and provide female employees with value-added and upward mobility development opportunities.
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