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Global paternity leave and pay comparative table

Authors: Rocio Carracedo Lopez and Ronelle (Elle) Barreto

Paternity leave is generally considered a leave of absence from work granted to employed fathers for the birth of a child. The right to paternity leave may also apply to recognised second parents, same-sex partners or non-birthing parents.