Recently, a news that "I told my boss in the morning that I was pregnant and my salary was cut in the afternoon" once again pushed the unfair treatment of women in the workplace to the forefront.
Why, in the 21st century, do women still face so many obstacles in the workplace? Why are their pregnancy and reproductive rights still seen as a threat to work? These issues are not only legal disputes, but also torture of human nature and social values.
According to the Labor Contract Law of the People's Republic of China and the Special Provisions on Labor Protection of Female Employees, no employer may reduce the wages or terminate the labor contract of a female employee due to her pregnancy, maternity leave, breastfeeding, etc. Female employees enjoy special labor protection during pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, and employers are not allowed to adjust their jobs or reduce their wages without authorization.
In the face of such unfair treatment, female employees should bravely stand up to protect their legitimate rights and interests. First of all, you can try to negotiate with the company to clearly express your position and requirements. If the negotiation fails, you can file a complaint with the labor administrative department or apply for labor arbitration. In this process, keep all relevant evidence, such as pay stubs, employment contracts, communication records, etc., which will help protect your rights and interests.
At the same time, we also need to reflect on what we can do as members of society to change the status quo. Do we unconsciously engage in sexist behavior in our daily lives? Are we giving women enough respect and support? These questions require each of us to think and act.
Let's use this story as an opportunity to start a discussion about gender equality. If you have your own opinion on this topic, or have had a similar experience, feel free to share your story in the comment section. Let's like and share this article so that more people can participate in the discussion of gender equality. Only when each of us realizes the importance of gender equality and acts on it can our society truly achieve equity and progress.