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Tue 26 Aug '25 Tuesday, August 26, 2025 - 14:06
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Whitepaper: How do women remain healthy, happy, and resilient at work?

In recent years, absenteeism among women has continued to rise. This remains structurally higher than among men. According to the National Survey on Working Conditions (NEA) of 2023, the sickness absence rate among women was 5.7%, while it was 3.9% for men. This is also reflected in figures from the CBS.

In recent years, absenteeism among women has continued to rise, remaining structurally higher than among men. According to the National Working Conditions Survey (NEA) of 2023, the sick leave rate among women was 5.7%, while it was 3.9% among men. This is also reflected in figures from the CBS (Statistics Netherlands).

Many women face daily challenges in the workplace, whether it involves finding a good balance between work and personal life, dealing with unconscious biases, or maintaining energy and resilience in a busy work environment. At Bloeij, we put people at the center. We work from an amplifying approach, focusing on strengthening both individuals and organizations. In this white paper, we focus on Women and Work.

To gain insights into the challenges and opportunities for women regarding themes such as job satisfaction, health, and sustainable employability, we conducted a large-scale study among 2,200 women. They share their experiences regarding work satisfaction, health, and balance.

Discover the key insights from our research

In this white paper, you will find concrete tools, practical advice, and valuable insights and data, enabling you to work towards creating an environment in your organization where women can thrive. Get inspired by:

  • the biggest eye-openers about women and work;
  • practical tips to make your organization more inclusive and resilient;
  • conversation starters for your organization;
  • interviews with various women, including top executive Janine Vos (Rabobank).

Topics covered

Various topics will be addressed regarding the challenges and opportunities surrounding women and work, such as:

  • why women who work more often feel happier, healthier, and more resilient, and how flexibility plays a crucial role;
  • how organizations can learn from female freelancers;
  • the impact of perfectionism and unconscious biases on women and what is needed to create an inclusive work culture;
  • the power of collaboration between generations and leveraging the experience of older female employees;
  • practical advice to enhance job satisfaction, health, and resilience among employees.

Who is this white paper for?

This white paper is intended for: HR professionals looking to improve inclusivity and sustainable employability; managers who want to empower female employees; anyone interested in the balance between work and personal life.