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Abu Dhabi extends maternity leave to 90 days for some employees in private sector - Karma Global

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  • August 01 13:07:55, 2024
Global Policy Update

Abu Dhabi extends maternity leave to 90 days for certain private sector nationals

Karma Global has been re-writing the rules of international business, creating opportunities for global clients to capitalise on the potential of Karma Global’s sophisticated AI products and processes to the new global reality. This update highlights a key workplace-policy shift in Abu Dhabi and its implications for employers operating in the private sector.

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What the new maternity leave policy provides

Abu Dhabi private sector nationals

In a landmark move, Abu Dhabi has extended maternity leave for certain private sector employees to ninety days, aligning more closely with public sector benefits. This extension reflects the emirate's commitment to supporting working mothers and promoting family-friendly policies.

Additional leave entitlements

After the female employee resumes, she is entitled to two hours of daily leave for the first year after delivery to nurse her child. Male employees are entitled to three days' paternity leave.

Change from the previous entitlement

Previously, female employees in the private sector were entitled to forty-five days of maternity leave. The new regulation doubles this period, offering full pay for the entire duration. This change aims to provide better work-life balance and support for new mothers during the crucial postpartum period.

Key provisions of the new policy

Eligibility criteria

Female employees must have completed at least one year of continuous service with their current employer to qualify for the extended maternity leave.

Leave duration and pay

The leave consists of ninety days and includes fully paid days off, allowing new mothers time to recover and bond with their newborns.

Job security

Employers are mandated to secure the employee’s position during her absence, ensuring that women can return to their previous roles without detriment to career progression.

Reactions from the business community

The response from the business community has been mixed, with many employers expressing support for the initiative while also voicing concerns about potential operational challenges. Some companies are evaluating strategies to manage the extended absences, including hiring temporary staff or redistributing workloads among existing employees.

Impact on employee well-being

Research indicates that longer maternity leave can significantly improve the health and well-being of both mothers and their children. The extended leave period allows mothers to establish breastfeeding routines, recover from childbirth and better manage postpartum mental health.

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Proprietary blog of Karma Global, collated and compiled by the internal staff of Karma Global with the knowledge and expertise that they possess, besides adaptation, illustration, derivation, transformation, collection and auto generation for its monthly newsletter Issue 26 of August 2024. In case of specific or general information or compliance updates for that matter, kindly reach out to the Marketing Team.
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