Recent decades have witnessed notable advancements in gender equality. However, improvement
in labor market outcomes remains limited especially for women. On the other hand,
regulations related to the labor market have shifted toward greater flexibility. This
study investigates the relationship between labor market flexibility and gender equality,
aiming to uncover the impact of flexible employment strategies on social inequality.
Utilizing cross-country regression models, we analyze the correlation between labor
market flexibility indicators and wage equality for a similar work index across 99
developing countries in 2021. The findings indicate that three of the examined indicators
exhibit a robust positive correlation with the dependent variable. This suggests that
increased flexibility in these areas would potentially reduce gender disparities.
Focusing on a wide sample of developing countries, the research implications provide
valuable insights for policymakers seeking to address the gender gap in the labor
market and promote equal opportunities.
