Sharjah Ruler Approves ‘Care Leave’ for Working Mothers of Sick Babies
New Support for Mothers
Sharjah Ruler approves ‘Care Leave’ to support working mothers. This new leave applies when a woman gives birth to a sick child or one with special needs. It gives her more time to care for her baby without stress from work.
Extra Leave for Mothers
The care leave is added to the regular maternity leave. Mothers will get 30 more days off with full pay after their maternity leave ends. If needed, they can also take another 30 days without pay. A doctor must confirm that the baby needs extra care.
Matches Federal Law
Sharjah’s new care leave follows the UAE Federal Law No. 33 of 2021. This law already supports private sector moms. Now, public sector moms in Sharjah will get the same help.
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Better Family Support in Sharjah
This move shows that the Sharjah Ruler cares about families. In recent years, Sharjah has increased maternity leave to 60 days. Fathers also get three days of paternity leave. With this new step, the Emirate is becoming more family-friendly.
Why This Is Important
Having a sick or special needs baby is hard. Mothers need time to care for their child and adjust to new challenges. With this new leave, they don’t have to worry about work right away.
Stronger Workplace for Women
The Sharjah Ruler approves ‘Care Leave’ to make workplaces more supportive. Women will feel more valued and secure. This policy helps them balance work and home life.Sharjah Ruler approves ‘Care Leave’ to make life easier for working mothers of sick babies. It gives them the care time they need. This is another step forward in Sharjah’s mission to support families and create a kinder work culture.
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