About our NGO, WLW

WLW
(Work and Life for Women)

What we are about

We are a non-profit organization owned by women based in Japan.where women's participation in society is still behind compared to other countries. 

Therefore, we are working on the following things to create an environment where it is more comfortable for women to work.

Framework

We conduct survey in different firms to assess the opinions of female and male workers on working environment and work life balance

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We share information on how to utilize different working styles to fit women’s lifestyle, and the importance of increasing female workers by utilizing the quota system

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We protest for the importance of the quota system to have women’s voices reflect in the workplace 

How does the quota system affect work life balance?

Countries that have already implemented the quota system such as France and Norway have already tripled or quadrupled in the amount of female employment rate.

Studies show that there is a difference in how men and women feel about work-life balance.

By raising the female employment rate and putting more women in management positions there will be a better chance for women’s insight to affect the decision-making in working environment and style.

What we do

Improve the work-life balance

1. We conduct annual surveys in companies about how their employees feel about work life balance 
2. We hold online conferences on how women can utilize work from home/hybrid working style to maximize their work-life balance 
3. We provide support to companies that are working to improve work-life balance

Introduce the quota system

1. We organize seminars for companies that have not introduced a quota system
2. We promote the benefits of introducing a quota system
3. We support for companies that have introduced a quota system

Our goals

1. To increase women’s employment rate in Japan to 70% by 2030 
2. To  have the quota system implemented in 40% of mid to large-sized firms by 2030

Our motto

Empowering Women, Transforming Society: Creating a Balanced Future in Japan

We are currently seeking new members! Anyone who is interested in women's work-life-balance is welcome. Please feel free to leave a comment!

*For details, you can check it from here!