HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – October 10, 2023 – AXA Hong Kong and Macau (“AXA”) today released the third phase of its annual AXA Mental Health and Wellbeing Study 2023 (“the Study”) ), which assessed health mindset[1] worldwide. According to the study, only 19% of women surveyed in Hong Kong are thriving, lower than the 23% of men surveyed.
Nearly two-thirds of women agree that all genders are treated equally in the workplace, but the gender equality gap still exists in the workplace.
The study sheds light on the mental health and overall well-being of Hong Kong women, revealing important insights into the challenges they face both professionally and personally. According to the study, almost two-thirds (61%) of women surveyed in Hong Kong agree that all genders are treated equally in the workplace.
Despite this, the study found a gender equality gap in the workplace: almost half of women surveyed in Hong Kong said their abilities had been doubted or undervalued due to their gender, while 25% said they had encountered unwanted gender-related comments.
Concerns about financial security and well-being are also highlighted in the study. 36% of women surveyed in Hong Kong said their current financial situation was causing them significant stress. Despite higher income levels, 42% of female executives express significant stress caused by their financial situation, the highest percentage of all professions surveyed. This could be attributed to the added pressure of maintaining a higher standard of living and meeting societal expectations of success.
Zooming in on their financial future, only a third (32%) of women surveyed in Hong Kong said they felt secure, significantly lower than the 42% of men surveyed.
Juggling responsibilities limits regular physical activity
When asked about their “big wish,” 34% expressed a desire to improve their physical health, which is a key contributor to mental well-being.
However, only 24% of women reported regularly doing more than 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise each week, compared to 32% of men surveyed. While highlighting the need for the city to promote an active lifestyle, the findings also suggest that time constraints due to multiple roles and responsibilities, including work and care, may limit opportunities for women to engage in regular physical activity.
Andrea Wong, Director of Marketing and Customers, AXA Hong Kong and Macausaid: “Women tend to face a unique set of challenges, as they must balance multiple roles and responsibilities arising from work and home. At AXA, we believe that being a woman should not be a risk and we are determined to support them in this journey. innovative products and services that better protect the health and well-being of women. We also believe it is essential to create ways for women to prioritize their physical health in order to achieve better mental health. We do this by hosting our annual flagship events such as AXA Better Me Weekend. and Green Power Hike to create a brighter and healthier future, not only for women but also for the general public at large.
AXA remains committed to providing comprehensive wellness solutions that help women in Hong Kong thrive and succeed. From physical health to personal finance to career development, AXA will continue to provide resources and support to address the specific challenges women face in all aspects of their lives, with the goal of promoting better health mental and general well-being for women in Hong Kong.
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