Vliv sociálního státu na zaměstnanost žen v Itálii a Švédsku

This thesis aimed to understand how the state influences women's employment in Italy and Sweden. Through Esping-Andersen's theory and the conceptualization of the labor market, this work gained a better understanding of the relationship between the state and women's employment. The empirical part looked at how state measures can support or hinder women's employment. The comparative analysis highlighted the different approaches of these two countries. Women in Italy are more disadvantaged in the labor market compared to women in Sweden. The reason is that Sweden promotes a universal social policy with an emphasis on equality, whereas the Italian state adopts a conservative and familialistic approach. Maternity and paternity leaves, the use of childcare facilities, and the prevalence of part-time jobs illustrate all the challenges that women in Italy face.