The utilization of Parental Leave Pay (PLP) and Dad and Partner Pay (DAPP) among Australian parents reveals significant take-up of PLP by eligible mothers, underscoring its role in supporting new parents, while DAPP sees lower engagement, highlighting potential barriers such as cultural attitudes, job security concerns, and financial considerations. Employment status, income level, and awareness impact the take-up of both schemes. To improve participation, the report recommends enhancing awareness, simplifying the application process, promoting supportive workplace policies, and fostering cultural shifts towards gender equality in caregiving roles.
[Baxter, J., Budinski M., Stevens E., AIFS, June 2024].Recommended Posts
