Challenges Faced by Women to Maintain Worklife Balance During COVID Pandemic while Working from Home

Abstract

The growing concern over work-family issues has become particularly pronounced due to the challenging circumstances brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic. The pandemic has forced people to balance work and personal lives as they adapt to stay-at-home measures and remote work arrangements. This study seeks to explore the factors that impact women’s work-life balance during the lockdown imposed by the pandemic. The objective is to identify the professional and personal challenges and factors that facilitate work-life balance for working women in South India. The study involved surveying 100 women employed in the education sector.
To enhance work-life balance and overall efficiency and productivity, organizations are encouraged to reconsider their policies, benefits programs, work distribution, and internal job arrangements, making remote working a more employee-friendly experience. In summary, this study sheds light on the critical factors influencing work-life balance for women during the COVID-19 lockdown, offering valuable insights for organizations aiming to adapt and improve their work arrangements to meet the changing needs of their female workforce.