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asia1 month ago•281 min saved

Yawata mayor makes history by taking maternity leave

Shoko Kawata, 35-year-old mayor of Yawata city in Kyoto Prefecture, plans to take 16 weeks of maternity leave around the birth of her child—eight weeks before and eight weeks after—believed to be the first time an incumbent Japanese mayor steps away for childcare. Her decision highlights Japan’s work‑life balance challenges and the lack of legal protections for elected officials on maternity leave, as she appoints a deputy to run the nearly 70,000‑strong city and stays connected by email amid a broader national debate on gender equality and declining birth rates.

via CNN|

#asia #japan #maternity-leave

business2 months ago•16 min saved

Ex-Beast Exec Alleges Harassment, Pregnancy Discrimination in a ‘Boy’s Club’ Culture

Lorrayne Mavromatis, a former executive at MrBeast’s Beast Industries, has filed a North Carolina federal lawsuit alleging sexual harassment and pregnancy discrimination, claiming she was demoted and ultimately fired after returning from maternity leave amid a male-dominated culture in which leaders commented on female employees’ appearances. The suit cites a lack of reporting processes for harassment and discrimination. Beast Industries denies the claims as false and points to evidence it says refutes them, while noting it updated its policies and handbook (including Family and Medical Leave Act rights) to address these issues.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

#beast-industries #business #maternity-leave

business2 months ago•5 min saved

Ex-Beast staffer sues over harassment and post-leave firing

A former Beast Industries employee alleges she endured sexual harassment by management, was demoted and fired after returning from maternity leave, and faced discrimination and pressure to work during leave; the company denies the claims, saying her role was eliminated in a reorganization and presenting evidence to refute the allegations.

via Los Angeles Times|

#beast-industries #business #lawsuit

legal2 months ago•57 min saved

DLA Piper avoids pregnancy bias verdict as jury clears firm on maternity-leave firing

A Manhattan federal jury ruled that DLA Piper did not discriminate on the basis of pregnancy, finding the firm’s firing of Anisha Mehta after she requested maternity leave was justified by performance concerns, in a rare high-profile discrimination trial involving a major law firm.

via Reuters|

#discrimination #dla-piper #employment-law

television5 months ago•15 min saved

The View Taps Fresh Voices for Alyssa Farah Griffin’s Maternity Leave

Deadline reports The View will feature a diverse slate of guest co-hosts during Alyssa Farah Griffin’s maternity leave, bringing back Elisabeth Hasselbeck and Abby Huntsman and adding Amanda Carpenter, Sheryl Underwood and Whitney Cummings; Savannah Chrisley will be the first guest co-host on Feb. 17, with Griffin’s final show before the leave on Feb. 13 and the lineup framed as expanding viewpoints across the show’s topics.

via Deadline|

#alyssa-farah-griffin #guest-co-hosts #maternity-leave

business1 year ago•3 min saved

Belgium Pioneers Full Employment Rights for Sex Workers

Belgium has introduced a groundbreaking law granting sex workers formal employment contracts, including rights to sick pay, maternity leave, health insurance, and unemployment benefits. This law, effective from Sunday, marks a world first in providing comprehensive employment rights to sex workers, who can now refuse services and work under safer conditions. Employers must meet strict criteria, including obtaining a government license. While the law excludes independent and online sex workers, it represents a significant step towards equal rights for sex workers in Belgium.

via CNN|

#belgium #business #decriminalization

world1 year ago•5 min saved

Belgium Pioneers Legal Protections for Sex Workers with Maternity and Pension Rights

Belgium has enacted a groundbreaking law granting sex workers official employment rights, including maternity leave, health insurance, and pensions, marking a global first. This legislation aims to improve the safety and working conditions for sex workers, treating their profession like any other job. While some view this as a positive step towards recognizing sex workers' rights, critics argue it could normalize exploitation. The law also imposes strict regulations on employers, potentially reducing their power over workers. This move follows protests for better labor laws during the COVID-19 pandemic.

via BBC.com|

#belgium #decriminalization #labor-rights

entertainment2 years ago•3 min saved

Katie Couric Recounts Bryant Gumbel's Sexist Attitude Towards Maternity Leave

Katie Couric recalls Bryant Gumbel's "incredibly sexist" response to her taking maternity leave in the early '90s, saying he gave her a hard time for taking time off to have her first baby. Couric described Gumbel's attitude as emblematic of a sexist mindset, but also praised his talent as a broadcaster. She also discussed the old boy's network at NBC and the interoffice dynamics at the time.

via HuffPost|

#bryant-gumbel #entertainment #katie-couric

entertainment2 years ago•1 min saved

Katie Couric Exposes Bryant Gumbel's Sexist Attitude Towards Maternity Leave

Katie Couric revealed on Bill Maher's podcast that her former 'Today' co-host Bryant Gumbel had a "sexist attitude" about her maternity leave, recalling how he gave her a hard time for taking time off to have her first baby in 1991. Couric described their relationship as "prickly" and mentioned that Gumbel joked about her dropping her baby in a field and returning to work, which she found emblematic of a sexist attitude. Couric and Gumbel worked together on 'Today' for 6 years before Gumbel left the show in 1997.

via TMZ|

#bryant-gumbel #entertainment #katie-couric

entertainment2 years ago•3 min saved

Katie Couric Accuses Bryant Gumbel of Sexism During Maternity Leave

Katie Couric claimed that her former "Today" co-anchor Bryant Gumbel had a sexist attitude about her maternity leave, recalling an incident where he allegedly gave her a hard time for taking time off to have her first baby. Although she acknowledged that Gumbel was likely joking, she described his comments as emblematic of a sexist attitude. Couric also praised Gumbel's talent as a broadcaster. She recently became a grandmother after her daughter gave birth to a baby boy.

via Page Six|

#bryant-gumbel #entertainment #katie-couric

entertainment2 years ago•1 min saved

Katie Couric Exposes Sexist Attitude of Bryant Gumbel on 'Today'

Katie Couric revealed in a podcast interview that her former Today co-anchor, Bryant Gumbel, had an allegedly "sexist attitude" about her taking maternity leave, claiming he gave her a hard time for taking time off to have her first child. Couric described Gumbel's attitude as emblematic of sexism, although she noted that he was likely kidding. She also praised Gumbel's talent as a broadcaster.

via Deadline|

#bryant-gumbel #entertainment #katie-couric

entertainment2 years ago•2 min saved

Katie Couric Exposes Bryant Gumbel's Sexist Attitude on Maternity Leave

Katie Couric revealed on Bill Maher's podcast that her former "Today" co-anchor Bryant Gumbel gave her a hard time for taking maternity leave, displaying what she described as an "incredibly sexist attitude." Couric also discussed the old boys' network at NBC and the challenges women faced in the workplace during her time at the network.

via New York Post |

#bryant-gumbel #entertainment #katie-couric

entertainment2 years ago•2 min saved

Katie Couric Accuses Bryant Gumbel of Sexist Attitude During Maternity Leave

Katie Couric revealed on the Club Random podcast with Bill Maher that her co-anchor Bryant Gumbel had displayed an "incredibly sexist attitude" towards her first maternity leave from NBC's Today show in 1991, recalling his comments and behavior. She described Gumbel as a "guy's guy" and acknowledged his talent while also highlighting the challenges faced by women in the industry, including microaggressions and a traditional old boys' network.

via Hollywood Reporter|

#bryant-gumbel #entertainment #katie-couric

business2 years ago•7 min saved

"Fired NICU Mom Speaks Out Against Kyte Baby CEO's Actions"

Marissa Hughes, a mother allegedly fired from Kyte Baby while her newborn son was hospitalized, spoke out after the CEO issued apologies. Hughes, who adopted her premature son Judah, requested to work remotely from the NICU but was allegedly only offered two weeks and then fired. The CEO apologized twice, admitting to mishandling the situation. Hughes, who declined an offer to return to the company, emphasized the importance of compassion and flexibility for both biological and adoptive parents. The family's GoFundMe page has raised almost double its initial goal, with support from prominent figures in the baby care industry.

via Daily Mail|

#adoption #apology #business

business2 years ago•6 min saved

"Kyte Baby CEO's Controversial Decision Sparks Backlash and Consumer Boycott"

The CEO of Kyte Baby issued apologies after a new mother was fired for requesting to work remotely while her baby was in the NICU. The company initially denied the request, citing the employee's role as largely on-site, but is now revising its maternity leave policy. The incident highlights the lack of workplace protections for mothers and pregnant people in the United States, where paid parental leave is not federally guaranteed.

via KABC-TV|

#business #ceo #kyte-baby