Today's workplaces in virtually every industry are becoming more female and more inclusive. And there's progress in offices being more family friendly – good news for all employees, regardless of gender. But there's still much that can be done to ensure that all people in your workforce can be productive contributors and unlock their true potential at work. And there's an economic benefit to do so: When women join the labor force and have the benefits that retain them there, economies grow and flourish more. In this, there's a significant relationship between a country's per capita Gross Domestic Product and women's labor force participation rate.

So, what does a female friendly workplace look like?

The answer? In short, a female-friendly workplace is inclusive for all.

Women still face discrimination in the workforce, especially regarding their status as parents and caregivers. According to Pew Research, at least 15% of people feel they have been treated as though they weren't committed to their profession because they have children. Also, 10% believe they've been passed over for an important project or task and 7% have been overlooked for a promotion for this same reason. Knowing that economies grow more when women are incorporated into and encouraged to remain in the workforce, inclusiveness in all aspects of the workplace is critical.