Despite some progress, women in Italy continue to face significant challenges in the labor market.

Female employment has grown by only 1.3% in the past year, less than half the rate of male employment.

Women still earn over 20% less than men for the same roles, a disparity linked to occupational segregation and the prevalence of part-time or temporary contracts.

The inactivity rate for women remains high at 42.2%, with many discouraged from seeking work due to systemic barriers.

A recent report highlights that Italy ranks among the worst in Europe for gender equality in employment, with 65% of inactive individuals being women.

Achieving the 2030 Agenda goal of reducing this gap seems increasingly difficult without urgent reforms.