Title: Parental leave evolution: An example of a flexible option
Course: Introduction to gender-based analysis plus GBA+ > Section: Module 3

This type of option:

Provides flexibility to respond simultaneously to the needs of diverse population groups; and

Balances competing government priorities with diverse population needs.

One of the most effective examples of a flexible option that responds to diversity is the evolution of parental leave. Based on societal norms, attitudes and expectations, it went through multiple stages of integration, beginning as maternity leave and now extending to most part of the region to paternal, parental and adoption leaves, and in some cases same sex couples.

Explore these timelines by reviewing each of the dates to see what identities and realities were taken into consideration and how each decision would have affected Joseph and Marco.