The WEF’s 2025 report Thriving Workplaces argues that employers can boost productivity and transform lives by prioritizing worker well-being. It highlights how supportive environments—through fair pay, flexible work, mental health support, and continuous learning—drive engagement, innovation, and retention. The report presents evidence that investing in people yields measurable business gains while strengthening social cohesion. Barriers such as short-term cost concerns and fragmented practices persist, but frameworks for shared metrics and leadership commitment can overcome them. By fostering inclusive, healthy, and empowering workplaces, organizations can unlock both human potential and long-term economic resilience.

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