Comprehensive maternity leave policies can also play an indirect role in narrowing the gender pay gap in tech. By enabling women to remain in the workforce and progress in their careers without interruption, these policies help ensure that women's earnings trajectories are not disproportionately affected by childbirth and childrearing responsibilities.
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