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Cláudia Andrade1,2,3, Paula C Neves1,2, Inês Bessa2
1Escola Superior de Educação do Politécnico de Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal.
Frontiers in Sociology
|December 15, 2025
Summary
Young women face more obstacles to decent work and professional advancement than young men. This study highlights gender differences in perceptions of decent work, crucial for promoting workplace equality.
Area of Science:
- Social Sciences
- Economics
- Gender Studies
Background:
- Decent work and gender equality are vital for sustainable development.
- Despite progress, young women encounter more employment barriers than young men.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine factors of decent work among Portuguese young adults.
- To identify gender differences in perceptions of decent work.
Main Methods:
- An online cross-sectional survey of 190 Portuguese young adults.
- Investigated dimensions of decent work: principles, working time, workload, fulfillment, remuneration, social protection, health, and safety.
Main Results:
- Significant gender differences were found in most decent work dimensions.
- Team leadership and work schedules had differential effects on male and female perceptions.
- Gender significantly shapes perceptions of decent work.
Conclusions:
- Understanding gendered perceptions of decent work is essential for policymakers and employers.
- Addressing these differences promotes gender equality and equitable work environments.
- A gender equity lens can foster positive futures for all workers.
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