IKEA sets example by offering six-month ‘paternity leave’ to employees
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In case of women employees, they will have an option of reduced work hours by 50% for another 16 weeks on the completion of said 26 weeks.
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"The vision is to create a better everyday life for its people," said Anna-Carin Mansson, country HR manager, IKEA India. "We are a value-driven company. Gender balance and equal opportunities form the base to create a great place to work for all - men and women."
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As of now, IKEA has 250 employees in India, while 500-800 employees are supposed to be hired for its first store in Hyderabad, set to be opened next year.
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