In a groundbreaking move within European football, AC Milan has unveiled a revolutionary maternity policy for its female players and staff, marking a significant step towards gender equality in sports.
This pioneering initiative guarantees automatic contract renewals for female players who become pregnant during the final season of their contracts.
Also, it provides extensive support during pregnancy and early motherhood, setting a new standard in the industry.
This was contained in an August 2 statement, obtained from the club’s website.
It was titled, “AC Milan Introduces Maternity Policy For Female Players And Staff.”
The 2017 FIFPRO Global Employment Report revealed that only two per cent of female football players globally have children, and 47 per cent would consider leaving football to start a family.
AC Milan’s new policy directly addresses these concerns, aiming to create a supportive environment that encourages…