In the 2024 Jiangsu Provincial Examination, an invigilator witnessed a touching scene of a 33-year-old female candidate taking the exam while she was 5 to 6 months pregnant. The invigilator learned that the female candidate had taken the exam several times before and even made it to the interview session, but was unsuccessful in getting employed. However, this time she took the exam again, showing her dedication and persistence in the job. This is not uncommon, and many candidates are struggling with life and hope while longing for a stable job. The invigilator said that in the examination room, people were full of admiration for the pregnant candidate, and their eyes were full of understanding and kindness.
The perseverance and efforts of this pregnant candidate are deeply admired. Not only did she have to face the pressures and difficulties faced by most candidates, but she also had to bear the weight of physical discomfort and responsibility. Although she is middle-aged and pregnant, this has not stopped her determination to pursue her dream job. Such perseverance and perseverance are touching, and they are a solid support for her on the road to creating a better life for herself and her family. As the invigilator said, most people will feel satisfied with the status quo in their lives after middle age, especially after they have started a family, and it is difficult to make a big breakthrough. However, the actions of this pregnant candidate set a positive example for us and inspired us not to give up hope and to work hard.
However, some netizens have a different view on such a situation. They believe that hard work does not necessarily lead to success. Especially for this pregnant candidate, even if she passed the written test and successfully entered the interview session, her situation was not optimistic. First of all, the physical condition during pregnancy can easily cause concern for employers, who may worry that she will not be able to devote herself to her work while working, especially if she needs to take care of her child after it is born. In addition, during the interview, if the recruiter sees her with a big belly, it is likely that they will choose another candidate because they don't want to cause trouble. Even in some larger units, where the work is relatively easy and each person is responsible for fewer tasks, for some units with fewer personnel, such candidates may not be able to perform as well as they should. Therefore, although the invigilator spoke highly of the pregnant candidate, in reality, her chances of landing smoothly were not great.
The views of netizens have aroused widespread discussion and recognition, which may reflect the reality of individual enterprises and market employment. In the market, pregnant mothers often face employment discrimination and neglect. However, the situation may be different for recruitment within the system. According to the normal process, it usually takes several months or even longer to go from the exam to the onboarding, to the start of work. Comparatively, the candidate may have already passed maternity leave when he or she joins the company, and the child will gradually grow up. In addition, China attaches great importance to childbirth, and the attitude of pregnant women in the system will not be as biased as it is in the market. This means that pregnant candidates will not face too many difficulties in seeking stable employment within the system.
Of course, considering the employment discrimination in the market, everyone's concern about this pregnant candidate is also reasonable. There should be no such discrimination, and pregnant candidates should be treated with equality and respect. In the face of such problems, we cannot take them for granted, but actively strive to correct the unfair status quo. For this pregnant candidate, her dedication and hard work are beyond reproach. Not only does she have to deal with stress, but she also has to deal with physical changes and the responsibilities she will face. She has faced many more difficulties and challenges than ordinary people. Therefore, we should have deep respect and blessings for her, and hope that she will be able to successfully achieve her goals and achieve the hard work she has worked so hard over the years.
The difficulties and discrimination faced by pregnant candidates in the process of employment have attracted the attention and reflection of many people. Although there are still some injustices in our society regarding the employment environment for women, from the perspective of the system, it should be more inclusive and understanding. Our country advocates childbirth and family care, and should be more tolerant and respectful of pregnant candidates. We should not prejudice her just because she is pregnant, but we should believe that she has the ability to do the job, and we should give her the opportunities and support she deserves.
At the same time, society should strengthen the implementation of legal protection and support policies for pregnant candidates. For example, we will strengthen the crackdown on employment discrimination, provide more legal protections, and encourage employers to actively recruit and provide reasonable working conditions and benefits to pregnant candidates. At the same time, the system of maternity leave and childcare leave will be improved to ensure that pregnant candidates can balance work and family and receive adequate support and assistance.
For pregnant candidates, they should also make informed decisions when choosing employment. Take into account your physical condition and family needs, and choose a work environment and development opportunities that suit you. At the same time, it is also necessary to recognize your own strengths and weaknesses, not to rely too much on the positions within the system, but also to take into account the employment opportunities and development prospects in the market.
In short, in view of the employment of pregnant candidates, the society should strengthen legal protection and policy support, and at the same time, pregnant candidates themselves should also choose wisely and strive to realize their career plans. It is only through the joint efforts of society that a more equitable and inclusive employment environment can be created, where everyone can give full play to their talents and values.