Category Archives: Work/Life Balance

You don’t need kids to struggle with balance

Posted on 19/06/2015 by coface

by Ana Pérez We have all heard the phrases “work-life balance” and “having it all”, but what we don’t hear are the unfiltered, unpretty truth from those in the trenches -what trying to create a balanced life actually looks and … Continue reading →

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Update on the Maternity Leave Directive

Posted on 29/05/2015 by coface

by Ana Pérez After 7 years from the proposal from the European Commission and 5 years after the vote in the European Parliament, we are still at the same point: the Council does not express its position and blocks the … Continue reading →

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The final push! One last hope to save the European Maternity Leave Directive from being scrapped

Posted on 17/04/2015 by coface

We finally have some news about the EU Maternity Leave Directive – and it’s pretty desperate. But let us quickly recap what happened until now: – the EU Maternity leave Directive was originally adopted in 1992, introducing measures to encourage improvements in … Continue reading →

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Calling for measures for improving working time arrangements

Posted on 07/04/2015 by coface

by Ana Pérez Today’s increased number of women on the labour market means a different working-life trajectory, departing from the male single breadwinner model. Women face multiple challenges throughout their working life, from caring for small children, to caring for … Continue reading →

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Every employer can do something to positively impact on the wellbeing of their employee carers and parents | #EEFWLB

Posted on 06/10/2014 by coface

Employers’ Forum for Work Life Balance Final Report, 8-9 September, Helsinki Working conditions and working time arrangements are a primary preoccupation for the majority of families, as well as the place of work and commuting have a great impact on … Continue reading →

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Identity and work-life balance: it’s all in the sandwich

Posted on 18/07/2014 by coface

We are all individual. With our own specific history, up-bringing, culture, dreams and aspirations. Yet we are also part of a group, our family, group of friends, educators, church, and sports-club. During our lives these powerful connections we make shape … Continue reading →

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Cracking the Myths of Work Life Balance on 8-9 September, Helsinki. Register now to secure your place!

Posted on 07/07/2014 by coface

The myth that work-life balance policies and practices are a luxury does not contribute to the company core business is still widespread! This is why we are organizing the Employers’ Forum for Work Life Balance in Helsinki, Finland on 8-9 … Continue reading →

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8-9 September, The European Employers’ Forum for Work-Life Balance, Helsinki

Posted on 10/06/2014 by coface

With the support of the Finnish Ministry of Social Affairs and Health and the European Commission Väestöliitto, the Family Federation of Finland and COFACE, the Confederation of Family Organisations in the European Union are organizing the European Employers’ Forum for … Continue reading →

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Work-life balance: a shared responsibility conference

Posted on 03/04/2014 by coface

Fairer and more flexible work contracts, easier access to career breaks and a holistic approach are the main recommendations made by Europe’s local and regional authorities. The conference ‘Work-life balance: a shared responsibility’ organised by The Committee of the Regions … Continue reading →

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Now would you believe it…

Posted on 26/01/2014 by coface

that the European Parliament Communications team highlights work-life balance as one of the great benefits of living in Europe – and indirectly of the work of the European Parliament. As the European Elections are coming closer (25th May), the European … Continue reading →

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