Gender equality in the labor market in the Philippines

his report on gender equality in the labor market in the Philippines is drawn from studies by a team of international consultants selected by ADB for a technical assistance project on promoting gender equality in Asian labor markets for inclusive growth, implemented in cooperation with the International Labour Office (ILO), Bangkok.

This report comprises a gendered analysis of the Philippines' labor market, policies, and legislation, and provides recommendations for policies and legislation that have the potential to expand or improve employment and work opportunities for women in specific sectors in the Philippines.