Tools & Frameworks
Tools & Frameworks
Relevant actions
Action 10
Use it to…
It helps policymakers identify how family and gender policies interact with ECD and parenting support objectives, supporting more equitable policy design.
Where to look in this resource
Mapping work across 21 countries to assess the status of 10 gender-responsive family policies: maternity leave, paternity leave, parental leave, carer’s leave, flexible working arrangements, the early childhood education and care system, the pre-primary education system, paid breastfeeding breaks, sick leave, and family and child benefits.
Description
The resource reviews national family policies such as parental leave, childcare support, and social protection measures through a gender lens. It highlights variations across countries and identifies common gaps affecting caregivers’ ability to provide nurturing care. The mapping supports comparative analysis and policy benchmarking.
Brief description
This mapping provides an overview of family policies across the region, with a focus on gender responsiveness and caregiver support.
Keywords
gender equality; family policy; parental leave; policy benchmarking; caregiver support
Resource Title
UNICEF Mapping of gender-responsive family policies in the Europe and Central Asia region
