Recent Family Policy Responses in France and Their Implications
Title
Recent Family Policy Responses in France and Their Implications
Alternative Author(s)
Im, Bakne
Keyword
Childcare Policies
; Work-family Balance Policies
; Social Care
Publication Year
2024-12-31
Publisher
Korea Institute for Health and Social Affairs
Citation
Global Social Security Review 2024 No.겨울 31, pp.85-100
Abstract
France’s natalist family policies have a remarkable track record, having for many years kept the total fertility rate (TFR) near replacement level by focusing on improving the quality of care services for young children and supporting women in balancing work and family. Currently at 1.68, France’s TFR, though still the highest among European countries, has continuously declined since 2011. In response, French President Macron announced in early 2024 the launch of a new childbirth leave policy to replace the existing parental leave, along with other measures to address the falling birthrates. This article explores the background of France’s introduction of the new childbirth leave policy and public service reforms for young children and draws policy implications for Korea.
