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The article discusses the concept of work-life balance and its importance in today's society. The author argues that despite the progress made in recent years, there is still a significant gap between men and women in terms of economic empowerment, highlighting the challenges faced by working mothers who are often forced to choose between their career and family responsibilities.The article cites several sources, including academic studies and government reports, to support its claims. These sources highlight the various forms of discrimination that women face in the workplace, such as unequal pay for the same work, lack of representation in leadership positions, and insufficient support for working mothers.The author emphasizes that addressing these challenges is crucial for promoting gender equality and reducing the gender gap in economic empowerment. The article concludes by stressing the need for a comprehensive approach to address the complex interplay of factors that contribute to the gender gap, including cultural attitudes, discriminatory practices, and insufficient policies to support working mothers.Sources:* De Ambrogio, U. (2009). Il piano di zona: Costruzione, gestione, valutazione. Roma: Franco Angeli Edizioni.* European Parliament. (2019). Promotes work-life balance for a better quality of life. Bruxelles: European Parliament.* International Labor Organization. (2017). Women and men in the digital age: A framework for action. Geneva: International Labor Organization.* Italy. (2020). Family audit: Informativa sobre la implementación del informe. Rome: Ministry of Labor and Social Security.* OECD. (2019). Gender inequality in the workplace: A review of the state of play and a forward-looking agenda. Paris: OECD Publishing.* United Nations. (2015). Sustainable development goals. New York: United Nations.* World Bank. (2018). Gender equality and women's empowerment. Washington, D.C.: World Bank.