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Poland: Majority of physical workers among migrants are female, data show

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According to a report published by the Gremi Personal work agency, a majority of physical workers among migrants who found employment in Poland through the agency are female. The authors of the study attribute this change in gender proportions in the labor market to the war in Ukraine.

After two years of full-scale Russian war in Ukraine, a change in gender proportions is evident; before 2022, men had a clear numerical advantage. “In 2021, women accounted for less than half of the employed (45%), in 2022 - 64%, in 2023 - 59%,” the company said.

Yuriy Grygorenko, the chief analyst at the Gremi Personal Analytical Center, emphasized that the change in the labor market is occurring in the context of the ongoing war in Ukraine.

“The geopolitical realities have prompted men to defend the homeland, which in turn makes women more willing to take on work. This trend is particularly visible in industries such as automotive or the food industry, where women already dominate,” he emphasized.

“In addition to actively participating in professional life, they play a crucial role in supporting families left behind in Ukraine and in the activities of organizations supporting Ukrainian soldiers,” Grygorenko pointed out.

These data, he said, not only confirm the evolution of the labor market but also demonstrate the strength and determination of women in the face of difficulties. “Their participation is invaluable in building and maintaining economic stability, especially in such uncertain times.”
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