Expanding paid maternity leave in India from 12 to 26 weeks led employers to cut women's employment by up to 10% and favour men for promotions, while leaving wages unchanged. Women greatly valued longer leaves such that the policy was broadly cost-be...

Prioritising women in collective bargaining led unions to expand female-friendly workplace amenities, increasing women’s retention and productivity without reducing wages, employment, or firm profits.

Are the elderly more likely to be depressed? How does depression impact the lives of seniors?

Ten years later, households targeted by the programme consume more and earn more than control households and enjoy better mental and physical health