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Is Egypt's female labor force an unexploited resource?

The female labor force participation rate in Egypt is a mere 21.3 percent, while women are overrepresented in the informal market, lacking access to social insurance programs and minimum wages. Therefore, Egyptian women represent an unexploited resource that could change the outlook of the Egyptian economy if their potential is realized.

How can Egypt achieve a gender balanced employment policy?

An active dialogue around the importance of unleashing the full economic potential of Egyptian women is the first step toward achieving a gender balanced employment policy.

How important are women-focused economic policies in Egypt?

Women-focused economic policies are critical for Egypt. Women make up 73.1 percent of nursing staff in the private sector and 91.1 percent of nursing staff for the Ministry of Health, 42.4 percent of doctors, and 56.8 percent of employment in service sector. In addition, 18.1 percent of Egyptian women are heads of households.

What are the challenges faced by young women in Egypt?

Young women in Egypt face substantial inequalities in the labor market in terms of employment opportunities and wages. Labor force participation of young women is low and unemployment is high.