and the Jewish People Women Leadership

American Jewish Organizations Source: the Institute for Women’s Policy Research, 2011

Non-Jewish American Situation

The Talent Gap

Anatomy of the Glass Ceiling Unequal household division of labor Perception that women’s first responsibility is at home Lack of workplace flexibility Sexual harassment Lack of appropriate policy to help overcome the above issues

Actions Undertaken in Europe - Quotas

Alternative Actions – U.S. & U.K.

Israel – State Companies

Israel – Public Companies

Israel – Current Knesset

Israel – World Placement

Gender Diversity Contribution: 1.Pool of talent 2.Thinking synergy 3.Consumer demand 4.Family-friendly work-force 5.Jewish values and Jewish heritage

Conclusions: « Women will be really equal to men the day that an unqualified woman is appointed for an important task. » - Françoise Giroud

1.Positive discrimination (law or “comply or explain”) with backing framework: 1.Expanded parental leave policies 2.Flexibility in the workplace 3.Commitment of CEOs 4.Training and development for women 5.Sanctions for non compliance Recommendations:

Parental leave in American Jewish Organizations:

1.Increased Subsidies for Child Care Centers 2.Breaking the IDF’s Glass Ceiling 3.Breaking the Glass Ceiling in political parties (gender quotas and balanced list of candidates) Recommendations for Israel:

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