Swiss Parents Could Get 18 Weeks Each of Parental Leave Under New Initiative

Left-leaning alliance launches popular initiative for 36 weeks total parental leave, proposing major expansion of current system with 18 weeks per parent.

Key Takeaways

A left-leaning alliance has launched a popular initiative for 36 weeks total parental leave in Switzerland
The initiative proposes 18 weeks of non-transferable leave for each parent
Current Swiss system provides 14 weeks maternity and 2 weeks paternity leave
The initiative committee needs 100,000 signatures by October 1, 2026

By The Numbers

2,500

estimated additional full-time workers per year

25%

maximum leave that could be taken simultaneously

They Said

"A strong society and economy through parental leave"
— Initiative Title

Major Parental Leave Reform Proposed in Switzerland

Current System vs. Proposed Changes

Economic and Social Impact

Political Support and Opposition

Implementation Timeline

Sources & References

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